The average train between Zagreb and Köln Hbf takes 19h 39m and the fastest train takes 13h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Zagreb to Köln Hbf. 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 3 times a day between Zagreb and Köln Hbf. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zagreb is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Köln Hbf at 6:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Ljubljana and take an average of 19h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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27h 15m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Zagreb to Köln Hbf? 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 Zagreb to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Zagreb Glavni Kol. station and arriving at Köln Hbf station via Ljubljana station, Villach Hbf station and Muenchen Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 39m.
Zagreb to Köln Hbf train services, operated by HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP), depart from Zagreb Glavni Kol. station.
Zagreb to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
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The distance between Zagreb and Köln Hbf is 875.8 km. The road distance is 1072 km.
You can take a train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Köln Hbf via Ljubljana, Villach Hbf, Muenchen Hbf, and München Hbf in around 15h 18m.