The average train between Trier (Station) and Cologne takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Trier (Station) 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 Trier (Station) and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Trier (Station) is at 6:41 PM which arrives into Cologne at 10:21 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Trier (Station) to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Trier (Station) station and arriving at Cologne station via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Trier (Station) to Cologne train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.
Trier (Station) to Cologne train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Koeln Sued station.
Book your Trier (Station) to Cologne train tickets online with Süwex, National Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Trier (Station) and Cologne is 132.4 km. The road distance is 198 km.
You can take a train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Koeln Sued via Koblenz Hbf in around 2h 41m.