The average train between Malmö and Cologne takes 13h 23m and the fastest train takes 11h. The train service runs several times per day from Malmö 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 twice daily between Malmö and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 4:15 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Malmö is at 9:55 PM which arrives into Cologne at 9:46 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 13h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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13h 51m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Malmö 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 Malmö to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Malmö station and arriving at Cologne station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 23m.
Malmö to Cologne train services, operated by Snälltåget, depart from Malmo Centralstation.
Malmö to Cologne train services, operated by Snälltåget, arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Malmö to Cologne train tickets online with Snälltåget and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Malmö and Cologne is 656.6 km. The road distance is 963 km.
You can take a train from Malmo Centralstation to Köln Hbf via Hamburg Hbf in around 10h 12m.