The average train between Cologne and Gifhorn takes 5h 26m and the fastest train takes 4h 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 3 hours between Cologne and Gifhorn. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 7:46 PM which arrives into Gifhorn at 5:42 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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5h 17m • 1 changeWant 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 Cologne station and arriving at Gifhorn station via Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.
Cologne to Gifhorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Gifhorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Cologne to Gifhorn train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Erixx.
The distance between Cologne and Gifhorn is 301.7 km. The road distance is 387 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €65–130 and the journey takes 3h 20m.