The average train between Prague 2 and Cologne takes 10h 2m and the fastest train takes 8h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Prague 2 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 5 times a day between Prague 2 and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Prague 2 is at 5:35 PM which arrives into Cologne at 9:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Schwandorf and take an average of 10h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Prague 2 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 Prague 2 to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Prague 2 station and arriving at Cologne station via Schwandorf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 2m.
Prague 2 to Cologne train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.
Prague 2 to Cologne train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Book your Prague 2 to Cologne train tickets online with ÖBB EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Prague 2 and Cologne is 538.2 km. The road distance is 743 km.
You can take a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Schwandorf and Nürnberg Hbf in around 9h 19m.