The average train between Cologne and Chiemsee (Lake) takes 7h 20m and the fastest train takes 5h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Chiemsee (Lake). 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 Chiemsee (Lake). The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Cologne is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Chiemsee (Lake) at 10:23 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 7h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Chiemsee (Lake)? 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 Chiemsee (Lake). However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Chiemsee (Lake) station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.
Cologne to Chiemsee (Lake) train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Chiemsee (Lake) train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Prien Am Chiemsee station.
The distance between Cologne and Chiemsee (Lake) is 523.5 km. The road distance is 666 km.
You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Prien, Hafen via München Hbf, Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10, Prien Am Chiemsee, and Prien am Chiemsee in around 6h 39m.