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Trip Overview

The average train between Cham and Cologne takes 6h 8m and the fastest train takes 6h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Cham 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.

6h 8m
Duration
544 km
Distance
€95
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Cham to Cologne train times

Trains run twice daily between Cham and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 4:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Cham is at 6:12 AM which arrives into Cologne at 12:14 PM. All services require a transfer at Schwandorf and take an average of 6h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 18m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 2m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 18m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 2m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 2m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 2m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 18m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 2m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 18m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 2m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Cham to Cologne.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 543.9 km
  • Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Cham, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Cham(Oberpf) to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Schwandorf and Nürnberg Hbf in around 6h 38m.

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