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Basel to Cologne trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Basel and Cologne takes 4h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel 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.

4h 6m
Duration
493 km
Distance
€130
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Basel to Cologne train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Basel and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Cologne at 5:57 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 493.3 km
  • Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel SBB to Köln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €90–210 and the journey takes 3h 49m. Österreichische Bundesbahnen also services this route once daily.

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