The average train between Cologne and Nijmegen takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Nijmegen. 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 Nijmegen. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 8:49 PM which arrives into Nijmegen at 10:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 58m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Nijmegen? 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 Nijmegen. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf station and arriving at Arnhem Centraal station via Arnhem Centraal station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Cologne to Nijmegen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Nijmegen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.
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The distance between Cologne and Nijmegen is 126.6 km. The road distance is 148 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Arnhem Centraal every 2 hours. Tickets cost €27–65 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route every 4 hours.