The average train between Cologne and Ruhpolding takes 7h 32m and the fastest train takes 6h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Ruhpolding. 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 Ruhpolding. The earliest departure is at 12:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Cologne is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Ruhpolding at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 7h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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6h 11m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Ruhpolding? 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 Ruhpolding. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Ruhpolding station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.
Cologne to Ruhpolding train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Ruhpolding train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Traunstein station.
Book your Cologne to Ruhpolding train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Transdev GmbH.
The distance between Cologne and Ruhpolding is 542.5 km. The road distance is 697 km.
You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Ruhpolding via München Hbf, Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10, and Traunstein in around 6h 53m.