The average train between Cologne and Sittard takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Cologne to Sittard. 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 Sittard. The earliest departure is at 1:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Cologne is at 10:47 PM which arrives into Sittard at 6:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Aachen Hbf and take an average of 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Sittard? 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 Sittard. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Sittard station via Aachen, Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.
Cologne to Sittard train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Sittard train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Heerlen station.
The distance between Cologne and Sittard is 76 km. The road distance is 112 km.
You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Sittard via Aachen Hbf and Heerlen in around 1h 37m.