The average train between Kerkrade and Cologne takes 1h 48m and the fastest train takes 1h 23m. There is an hourly train service from Kerkrade 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 Kerkrade and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Kerkrade is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Cologne at 12:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Landgraaf and take an average of 1h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 43m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kerkrade 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 Kerkrade to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Landgraaf station and arriving at Koeln Hbf station via Aachen Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.
Kerkrade to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Landgraaf station.
Kerkrade to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
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The distance between Kerkrade and Cologne is 62.7 km. The road distance is 72 km.
You can take a train from Kerkrade Centrum to Koeln Hbf via Landgraaf and Aachen Hbf in around 1h 33m.