The average train between Cologne and Aarhus takes 9h 55m and the fastest train takes 9h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Aarhus. 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 Cologne and Aarhus. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 2:11 PM which arrives into Aarhus at 6:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 9h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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9h 12m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Aarhus? 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 Cologne to Aarhus. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf station and arriving at Aarhus H station via Hamburg Hbf station and Kolding St. station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.
Cologne to Aarhus train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Aarhus train services, operated by Danish Railways (DSB), arrive at Aarhus H station.
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The distance between Cologne and Aarhus is 619.3 km. The road distance is 749 km.
You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Aarhus H via Hamburg Hbf, Kolding St., and Fredericia St. in around 9h 51m.