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The average train between Cologne and Basel takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Basel. 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 Basel. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 11:53 PM which arrives into Basel at 6:11 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf station and arriving at Basel Bad Bf station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 48m.
Cologne to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel Bad Bf station.
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The distance between Cologne and Basel is 378 km. The road distance is 490 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Basel Bad Bf hourly. Tickets cost CHF 65–140 and the journey takes 3h 42m. Two other operators also service this route.
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