The average train between Vorarlberg and Cologne takes 6h 29m and the fastest train takes 5h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Vorarlberg 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 4 hours between Vorarlberg and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Vorarlberg is at 9:39 PM which arrives into Cologne at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Lindau, Reutin Bahnhof and take an average of 6h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Vorarlberg 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 Vorarlberg to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Vorarlberg station and arriving at Cologne station via Ulm Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.
Vorarlberg to Cologne train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from Lindau, Reutin Bahnhof station.
Vorarlberg to Cologne train services, operated by ÖBB, arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Book your Vorarlberg to Cologne train tickets online with ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Vorarlberg and Cologne is 463 km. The road distance is 581 km.
You can take a train from Dornbirn to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Lindau, Reutin Bahnhof and Ulm Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 59m.