The average train between Cologne and Hildesheim takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Cologne to Hildesheim. 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 Hildesheim. 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 Hildesheim at 1:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 48m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Hildesheim? 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 Hildesheim. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf station and arriving at Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof station via Hannover Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.
Cologne to Hildesheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Hildesheim train services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof station.
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The distance between Cologne and Hildesheim is 247.8 km. The road distance is 303 km.
You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof via Hannover Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 33m.