The average train between Hoffenheim and Cologne takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Hoffenheim 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 hourly between Hoffenheim and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 12:27 AM at night, and the last departure from Hoffenheim is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Cologne at 5:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 45m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Hoffenheim 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 Hoffenheim to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Hoffenheim, Bahnhof station and arriving at Köln Hbf station via Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.
Hoffenheim to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Hoffenheim, Bahnhof station.
Hoffenheim to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
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The distance between Hoffenheim and Cologne is 228.7 km. The road distance is 278 km.
You can take a train from Hoffenheim, Bahnhof to Köln Hbf via Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 3m.