The average train between Cologne and Marburg takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Marburg. 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 Marburg. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Marburg at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 34m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Marburg? 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 Marburg. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station and arriving at Marburg Hauptbahnhof station via Frankfurt station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.
Cologne to Marburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Marburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Marburg Hauptbahnhof station.
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The distance between Cologne and Marburg is 128.5 km. The road distance is 160 km.
You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Marburg Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt in around 3h 5m.