The average train between Cologne and Nordhorn takes 3h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Nordhorn. 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 Nordhorn. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 5:39 PM which arrives into Nordhorn at 9:29 PM. All services require a transfer at Rheine and take an average of 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 48m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Nordhorn? 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 Nordhorn. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Nordhorn station via Rheine, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.
Cologne to Nordhorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Nordhorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Rheine, Bahnhof station.
Book your Cologne to Nordhorn train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurobahn and Bentheimer Eisenbahn AG.
The distance between Cologne and Nordhorn is 166.7 km. The road distance is 240 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Rheine, Bahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–75 and the journey takes 2h 8m.