The average train between Kerkrade and Cologne takes 1h 52m and the fastest train takes 1h 23m. There is a train service every few hours 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 10:01 PM which arrives into Cologne at 12:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Herzogenrath, Bahnhof and take an average of 1h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 40m • 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 Kerkrade station and arriving at Cologne station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.
Kerkrade to Cologne train services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Aachen, Hbf station.
Kerkrade to Cologne train services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Kerkrade to Cologne train tickets online with Arriva NL, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kerkrade and Cologne is 62.7 km. The road distance is 88 km.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Aachen, Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €11–18 and the journey takes 54 min. Three other operators also service this route.