The average train between Salzwedel and Cologne takes 5h 35m and the fastest train takes 5h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Salzwedel 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 Salzwedel and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Salzwedel is at 10:08 PM which arrives into Cologne at 6:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Uelzen and take an average of 5h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 37m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Salzwedel 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 Salzwedel to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Salzwedel station and arriving at Cologne station via Uelzen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.
Salzwedel to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Salzwedel station.
Salzwedel to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Salzwedel to Cologne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and metronom.
The distance between Salzwedel and Cologne is 358.8 km. The road distance is 438 km.
You can take a train from Salzwedel to Köln Hbf via Uelzen and Hannover Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 39m.