The average train between Elberfeld and Cologne takes 40 min and the fastest train takes 34 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Elberfeld 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 every 30 minutes between Elberfeld and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 12:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Elberfeld is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Cologne at 12:05 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 40 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Elberfeld station and arriving at Cologne station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 40 min.
Elberfeld to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, depart from Wuppertal Hbf station.
Elberfeld to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Köln Hbf station.
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The distance between Elberfeld and Cologne is 38.5 km. The road distance is 45 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Wuppertal Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €8–20 and the journey takes 32 min. National Express also services this route every 30 minutes.