The average train between Cologne and Marl takes 2h 9m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Cologne to Marl. 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 hourly between Cologne and Marl. The earliest departure is at 7:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 10:17 PM which arrives into Marl at 5:17 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Marl. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Marl station via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.
Cologne to Marl train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Marl train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Marl Mitte station.
Book your Cologne to Marl train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Cologne and Marl is 81 km. The road distance is 116 km.
You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Marl Mitte via Essen Hbf in around 2h 14m.