The average train between Cologne and Lichtenfels takes 4h 27m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Cologne to Lichtenfels. 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 hourly between Cologne and Lichtenfels. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Lichtenfels at 12:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Würzburg Hbf and take an average of 4h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Lichtenfels? 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 Lichtenfels. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Lichtenfels station via Würzburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.
Cologne to Lichtenfels train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Lichtenfels train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bamberg station.
Book your Cologne to Lichtenfels train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Cologne and Lichtenfels is 303.3 km. The road distance is 432 km.
You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Lichtenfels via Würzburg Hbf and Bamberg in around 4h 9m.