The average train between Cologne and Neumünster takes 5h 15m and the fastest train takes 4h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Cologne to Neumünster. 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 Neumünster. The earliest departure is at 2:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Cologne is at 8:11 PM which arrives into Neumünster at 2:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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5h 9m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Neumünster? 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 Neumünster. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Neumünster station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.
Cologne to Neumünster train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Neumünster train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Neumünster station.
Book your Cologne to Neumünster train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Cologne and Neumünster is 405 km. The road distance is 513 km.
You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Neumünster via Hamburg Hbf in around 5h 3m.