- Distance: 89.2 km
- Duration: 1h 3m
The average train between Gelsenkirchen and Cologne takes 1h 3m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Gelsenkirchen 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 every 4 hours between Gelsenkirchen and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 11:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gelsenkirchen is at 8:13 PM which arrives into Cologne at 9:31 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gelsenkirchen station and arriving at Cologne station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.
Gelsenkirchen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.
Gelsenkirchen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Gelsenkirchen to Cologne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Cologne is 64.4 km. The road distance is 89 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €16–70 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.
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