The average train between Cologne and Sterzing takes 9h 56m and the fastest train takes 8h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Sterzing. 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 4 times a day between Cologne and Sterzing. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Sterzing at 10:56 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 9h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Sterzing? 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 Sterzing. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Sterzing station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.
Cologne to Sterzing train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Sterzing train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brennero - Brenner station.
Book your Cologne to Sterzing train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Trenitalia.
The distance between Cologne and Sterzing is 555.4 km. The road distance is 794 km.
You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Vipiteno Val Vizze/Sterzing Pfitsch via München Hbf and Brennero - Brenner in around 8h 46m.