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Heidelberg to Cologne trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Heidelberg and Cologne takes 2h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Heidelberg 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.

2h 1m
Duration
257 km
Distance
€61
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Heidelberg to Cologne train times

Trains run hourly between Heidelberg and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 12:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Heidelberg is at 10:14 PM which arrives into Cologne at 12:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 257.1 km
  • Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Heidelberg, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €45–110 and the journey takes 1h 32m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route once daily.

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