The average train between Cologne and Gifhorn takes 4h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Gifhorn. 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 2 hours between Cologne and Gifhorn. The earliest departure is at 5:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 9:10 PM which arrives into Gifhorn at 5:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Hannover Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 4h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 17m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Gifhorn? 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 Gifhorn. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf station and arriving at Gifhorn station via Hannover Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.
Cologne to Gifhorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Gifhorn train services, operated by metronom, arrive at Gifhorn station.
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The distance between Cologne and Gifhorn is 301.7 km. The road distance is 349 km.
You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Gifhorn Stadt via Hannover Hauptbahnhof, Hannover Hbf, and Gifhorn in around 3h 51m.