The average train between Apolda and Cologne takes 4h 33m and the fastest train takes 4h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Apolda 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 Apolda and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 12:29 AM at night, and the last departure from Apolda is at 5:59 PM which arrives into Cologne at 10:14 PM. All services require a transfer at Erfurt Hbf and take an average of 4h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 45m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Apolda 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 Apolda to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Apolda station and arriving at Cologne station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
Apolda to Cologne train services, operated by ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH, depart from Erfurt Hbf station.
Apolda to Cologne train services, operated by ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH, arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Book your Apolda to Cologne train tickets online with ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and LEO Express.
The distance between Apolda and Cologne is 319.8 km. The road distance is 470 km.
You can take a train from Apolda to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Erfurt Hbf and Frankfurt in around 4h 40m.