The average train between Cologne and Schwetzingen takes 2h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Schwetzingen. 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 Schwetzingen. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Cologne is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Schwetzingen at 10:07 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Schwetzingen. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Schwetzingen station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.
Cologne to Schwetzingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Schwetzingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Cologne to Schwetzingen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Cologne and Schwetzingen is 208 km. The road distance is 252 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €40–190 and the journey takes 1h 23m.