The average train between Kaiserslautern and Cologne takes 2h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Kaiserslautern 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 3 hours between Kaiserslautern and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kaiserslautern is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Cologne at 11:10 PM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim Hbf and take an average of 2h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 31m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Kaiserslautern 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 Kaiserslautern to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Kaiserslautern station and arriving at Cologne station via Mannheim Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.
Kaiserslautern to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Kaiserslautern Hbf station.
Kaiserslautern to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Book your Kaiserslautern to Cologne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Süwex.
The distance between Kaiserslautern and Cologne is 175.7 km. The road distance is 302 km.
You can take a train from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Mannheim Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 30m.