The average train between Cologne and Zug takes 6h 31m and the fastest train takes 5h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Zug. 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 Zug. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Zug at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 6h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Zug? 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 Zug. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Zug station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.
Cologne to Zug train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Zug train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Zürich HB station.
Book your Cologne to Zug train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cologne and Zug is 433.5 km. The road distance is 609 km.
You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Zug via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Basel SBB, and Zürich HB in around 6h 14m.