The average train between Trier (Land) and Cologne takes 3h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Trier (Land) 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 every 2 hours between Trier (Land) and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Trier (Land) is at 10:49 PM which arrives into Cologne at 8:31 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Trier (Land) to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Trier (Land) station and arriving at Cologne station via Köln Süd Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.
Trier (Land) to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Pfalzel, Hafenstraße station.
Trier (Land) to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Süd Bf station.
The distance between Trier (Land) and Cologne is 130.6 km. The road distance is 165 km.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Pfalzel, Hafenstraße to Köln Süd Bf hourly. Tickets cost €35–65 and the journey takes 2h 48m.