The average train between Rüdesheim (Rhein) and Cologne takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Rüdesheim (Rhein) 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 Rüdesheim (Rhein) and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rüdesheim (Rhein) is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Cologne at 6:53 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rüdesheim (Rhein) to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Rüdesheim (Rhein) station and arriving at Cologne station via Koblenz Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
Rüdesheim (Rhein) to Cologne train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Ruedesheim(Rhein) station.
Rüdesheim (Rhein) to Cologne train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, arrive at Koeln Sued station.
Book your Rüdesheim (Rhein) to Cologne train tickets online with VIAS Rail GmbH, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH (MittelrheinBahn) and National Express.
The distance between Rüdesheim (Rhein) and Cologne is 126.4 km. The road distance is 150 km.
You can take a train from Ruedesheim(Rhein) to Koeln Sued via Koblenz Hbf in around 2h 25m.