The average train between Cologne and Hoffenheim takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Hoffenheim. 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 Hoffenheim. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Hoffenheim at 5:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 34m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Hoffenheim? 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 Hoffenheim. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station and arriving at Hoffenheim, Bahnhof station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.
Cologne to Hoffenheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Hoffenheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Hoffenheim, Bahnhof station.
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The distance between Cologne and Hoffenheim is 228.7 km. The road distance is 280 km.
You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Hoffenheim, Bahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 38m.