The average train between Cologne and Artern takes 5h 48m and the fastest train takes 4h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Artern. 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 Artern. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Artern at 5:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 5h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 12m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Artern? 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 Artern. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Artern station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.
Cologne to Artern train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Artern train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Artern station.
Book your Cologne to Artern train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Abellio GmbH.
The distance between Cologne and Artern is 306.7 km. The road distance is 489 km.
You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Artern via Frankfurt and Erfurt Hbf in around 4h 57m.