The average train between Nijmegen and Cologne takes 2h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Nijmegen 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 4 hours between Nijmegen and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 7:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nijmegen is at 7:13 PM which arrives into Cologne at 9:11 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 58m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Nijmegen 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 Nijmegen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Arnhem Centraal station and arriving at Koeln Hbf station via Koeln Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.
Nijmegen to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Arnhem Centraal station.
Nijmegen to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
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The distance between Nijmegen and Cologne is 126.6 km. The road distance is 147 km.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €17–35 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 3 times a day.