The average train between Darmstadt and Cologne takes 1h 45m and the fastest train takes 1h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Darmstadt to Cologne. 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 hourly between Darmstadt and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 3:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Darmstadt is at 8:30 PM which arrives into Cologne at 10:14 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 34m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Darmstadt to Cologne? 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 Darmstadt to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof station and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station via Frankfurt station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.
Darmstadt to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof station.
Darmstadt to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
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The distance between Darmstadt and Cologne is 168.7 km. The road distance is 199 km.
You can take a train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt in around 1h 48m.