The average train between Cologne and Kehl takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Kehl. 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 Kehl. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 8:56 PM which arrives into Kehl at 6:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Baden-Baden and take an average of 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 27m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Kehl? 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 Kehl. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Kehl station via Baden-Baden. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.
Cologne to Kehl train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Kehl train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Baden-Baden station.
Book your Cologne to Kehl train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and SWEG (Südwestdeutsche Landesverkehrs-GmbH).
The distance between Cologne and Kehl is 269.7 km. The road distance is 374 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Baden-Baden hourly. Tickets cost €60–240 and the journey takes 2h 24m.