The average train between Köln Hbf and Trier takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Köln Hbf to Trier. 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 Köln Hbf and Trier. The earliest departure is at 3:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Köln Hbf is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Trier at 7:20 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 58m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Köln Hbf to Trier? 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 Köln Hbf to Trier. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf station and arriving at Trier station via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Köln Hbf to Trier train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Köln Hbf to Trier train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Köln Hbf to Trier train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Süwex and 2 other operators.
The distance between Köln Hbf and Trier is 133.5 km. The road distance is 200 km.
You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Trier, Hauptbahnhof via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 39m.