The average train between Cologne and Naples takes 16h 54m and the fastest train takes 13h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Naples. 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 Naples. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 8:54 PM which arrives into Naples at 3:13 PM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 16h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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21h 9m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Naples? 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 Naples. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf station and arriving at Napoli Centrale station via Basel SBB station, Lugano station and Milano Centrale station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 54m.
Cologne to Naples train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Naples train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Napoli Centrale station.
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The distance between Cologne and Naples is 1254.5 km. The road distance is 1592 km.
You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Napoli Centrale via Basel SBB, Lugano, and Milano Centrale in around 14h 45m.