The average train between Saarbrücken and Cologne takes 3h 33m and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Saarbrücken is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Cologne at 5:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 18m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Saarbrücken station and arriving at Cologne station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.
Saarbrücken to Cologne train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Saarbrücken Hbf station.
Saarbrücken to Cologne train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Saarbrücken to Cologne train tickets online with Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and TGV inOui.
The distance between Saarbrücken and Cologne is 189.2 km. The road distance is 369 km.
You can take a train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Köln Hbf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 19m.