Train Erkelenz to Cologne | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Erkelenz and Cologne takes 1h 19m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Erkelenz 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.

1h 19m
Duration: 69 km
Distance: Hourly
Frequency

Train via Neuss Hbf

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1h 13m

Erkelenz to Cologne train times

Trains run hourly between Erkelenz and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 4:34 AM at night, and the last departure from Erkelenz is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Cologne at 10:52 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, May 18, 2026

8:59 PM → 10:52 PM
1h 53m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, May 19, 2026

4:34 AM → 5:52 AM
1h 18m • 1 change
4:58 AM → 6:18 AM
1h 20m • 1 change
5:59 AM → 7:18 AM
1h 19m • 1 change
6:51 AM → 7:52 AM
1h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, May 20, 2026

4:34 AM → 5:52 AM
1h 18m • 1 change
4:58 AM → 6:18 AM
1h 20m • 1 change
5:59 AM → 7:18 AM
1h 19m • 1 change
6:51 AM → 7:52 AM
1h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, May 21, 2026

4:34 AM → 5:52 AM
1h 18m • 1 change
4:58 AM → 6:18 AM
1h 20m • 1 change
5:59 AM → 7:18 AM
1h 19m • 1 change
6:51 AM → 7:52 AM
1h 1m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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