The average train between Saarbrücken and Cologne takes 3h 41m 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 6:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim Hbf and take an average of 3h 41m. 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 Saarbruecken Hbf station and arriving at Köln Hbf station via Mannheim Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
Saarbrücken to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Saarbruecken Hbf station.
Saarbrücken to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
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The distance between Saarbrücken and Cologne is 189.2 km. The road distance is 240 km.
You can take a train from Saarbruecken Hbf to Köln Hbf via Mannheim Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 18m.