The average train between Gifhorn and Cologne takes 4h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Gifhorn 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 Gifhorn and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gifhorn is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Cologne at 6:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Hannover Hbf and take an average of 4h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 29m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Gifhorn 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 Gifhorn to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Gifhorn station and arriving at Köln Hbf station via Hannover Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.
Gifhorn to Cologne train services, operated by metronom, depart from Gifhorn station.
Gifhorn to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
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The distance between Gifhorn and Cologne is 301.7 km. The road distance is 350 km.
You can take a train from Gifhorn Stadt to Köln Hbf via Gifhorn, Hannover Hbf, and Hannover Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 9m.