Train Cologne to Forchheim from €97 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Cologne and Forchheim takes 3h 56m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Cologne to Forchheim. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 56m
Duration: 441 km
Distance: €97
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

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Cologne to Forchheim train times

Trains run hourly between Cologne and Forchheim. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Forchheim at 11:36 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, June 17, 2026

5:20 AM → 9:37 AM
4h 17m • 1 change
6:45 AM → 10:36 AM
3h 51m • 1 change
7:45 AM → 11:36 AM
3h 51m • 1 change
8:45 AM → 12:36 PM
3h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, June 18, 2026

5:20 AM → 9:37 AM
4h 17m • 1 change
6:45 AM → 10:36 AM
3h 51m • 1 change
7:45 AM → 11:36 AM
3h 51m • 1 change
8:45 AM → 12:36 PM
3h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, June 19, 2026

5:20 AM → 9:37 AM
4h 17m • 1 change
6:45 AM → 10:36 AM
3h 51m • 1 change
7:45 AM → 11:36 AM
3h 51m • 1 change
8:45 AM → 12:36 PM
3h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, June 20, 2026

5:20 AM → 9:37 AM
4h 17m • 1 change
6:45 AM → 10:36 AM
3h 51m • 1 change
7:45 AM → 11:36 AM
3h 51m • 1 change
8:45 AM → 12:36 PM
3h 51m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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