The average train between Cologne and Schärding takes 12h 20m and the fastest train takes 8h. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Schärding. 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 3 times a day between Cologne and Schärding. 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 Schärding at 1:45 PM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 12h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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18h 3m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Schärding? 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 Schärding. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Schärding station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 20m.
Cologne to Schärding train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Schärding train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Simbach station.
The distance between Cologne and Schärding is 541.2 km. The road distance is 762 km.
You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Schaerding via München Hbf, Simbach, Simbach(Inn), and Ried Im Innkreis in around 9h 15m.