The average train between Debrecen and Cologne takes 17h 7m and the fastest train takes 15h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Debrecen to Cologne. 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 3 times a day between Debrecen and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 4:29 AM at night, and the last departure from Debrecen is at 12:34 PM which arrives into Cologne at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Koebanya-Kispest and take an average of 17h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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19h 55m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Debrecen to Cologne? 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 Debrecen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Debrecen station and arriving at Cologne station via Koebanya-Kispest. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 7m.
Debrecen to Cologne train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Debrecen station.
Debrecen to Cologne train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Book your Debrecen to Cologne train tickets online with Hungarian Railways (MÁV) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Debrecen and Cologne is 1,128.3 km. The road distance is 1,496 km.
You can take a train from Debrecen to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Koebanya-Kispest, Budapest-Kelenfoeld, Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10, and München Hbf in around 15h 44m.