The average train between Hilpoltstein and Cologne takes 4h 38m and the fastest train takes 4h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Hilpoltstein 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 2 hours between Hilpoltstein and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hilpoltstein is at 11:35 PM which arrives into Cologne at 10:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Roth and take an average of 4h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Hilpoltstein to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Hilpoltstein station and arriving at Cologne station via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.
Hilpoltstein to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Nürnberg Hbf station.
Hilpoltstein to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
The distance between Hilpoltstein and Cologne is 359.4 km. The road distance is 439 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf hourly. Tickets cost €75–180 and the journey takes 3h 14m.