The average train between Cologne and Zillertal takes 9h 55m and the fastest train takes 6h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Zillertal. 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 Zillertal. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Zillertal at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 9h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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15h 16m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Zillertal? 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 Zillertal. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Zillertal station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.
Cologne to Zillertal train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Zillertal train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Kufstein station.
The distance between Cologne and Zillertal is 536.6 km. The road distance is 715 km.
You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Kapfing Im Zillertal via München Hbf, Kufstein, and Jenbach in around 7h 52m.