Train Cologne to Elten from €61 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Cologne and Elten takes 2h 11m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Cologne to Elten. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 11m
Duration: 140 km
Distance: €61
Average price: Hourly
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Cologne to Elten train times

Trains run hourly between Cologne and Elten. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Cologne is at 9:49 PM which arrives into Elten at 11:55 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, July 9, 2026

9:49 PM → 11:55 PM
2h 6m • 1 change

Departing Friday, July 10, 2026

5:49 AM → 7:55 AM
2h 6m • 1 change
6:49 AM → 9:13 AM
2h 24m • 1 change
7:49 AM → 9:55 AM
2h 6m • 1 change
8:49 AM → 10:55 AM
2h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, July 11, 2026

4:49 AM → 6:55 AM
2h 6m • 1 change
5:49 AM → 7:55 AM
2h 6m • 1 change
6:49 AM → 9:13 AM
2h 24m • 1 change
7:49 AM → 9:55 AM
2h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, July 12, 2026

5:49 AM → 7:55 AM
2h 6m • 1 change
6:49 AM → 9:13 AM
2h 24m • 1 change
7:49 AM → 9:55 AM
2h 6m • 1 change
8:49 AM → 10:55 AM
2h 6m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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