The average train between Cologne and Thun takes 6h 28m and the fastest train takes 5h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Thun. 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 3 hours between Cologne and Thun. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Thun at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Thun? 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 Thun. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Thun station via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.
Cologne to Thun train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Thun train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Thun station.
Book your Cologne to Thun train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cologne and Thun is 467.6 km. The road distance is 624 km.
You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Thun via Basel SBB in around 5h 45m.