The average train between Cologne and Bad Tabarz takes 6h 17m and the fastest train takes 4h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Bad Tabarz. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Cologne and Bad Tabarz. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Bad Tabarz at 10:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 6h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 49m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Bad Tabarz? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Bad Tabarz. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Bad Tabarz station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.
Cologne to Bad Tabarz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Bad Tabarz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bad Tabarz station.
The distance between Cologne and Bad Tabarz is 250 km. The road distance is 427 km.
There is no direct connection from Cologne to Bad Tabarz. However, you can take the train to Frankfurt, take the train to Gotha, walk to Gotha, Hauptbahnhof, then take the line 4 vehicle to Bad Tabarz. Alternatively, you can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Bad Tabarz via Frankfurt, Gotha, and Gotha, Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 34m.