The average train between Kiel and Cologne takes 5h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Kiel 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 4 times a day between Kiel and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 4:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Cologne at 3:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Cologne station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.
Kiel to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Kiel to Cologne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Kiel and Cologne is 433.6 km. The road distance is 544 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Köln Hbf via Hamburg Hbf in around 5h 51m.
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