The average train between Cologne and Zillertal takes 11h 30m and the fastest train takes 8h 26m. 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 4 times a day between Cologne and Zillertal. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Zillertal at 9:26 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 11h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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12h 36m • 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 Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station and arriving at Kufstein station via München Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.
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 Transdev GmbH, arrive at Kufstein station.
The distance between Cologne and Zillertal is 536.6 km. The road distance is 691 km.
You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Kapfing Im Zillertal via München Hbf, Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10, Kufstein, and Jenbach in around 7h 42m.