The average train between Rijeka and Cologne takes 21h 45m and the fastest train takes 20h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Rijeka 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 twice daily between Rijeka and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 11:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rijeka is at 7:06 PM which arrives into Cologne at 4:29 PM. All services require a transfer at Ljubljana and take an average of 21h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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21h 23m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Rijeka 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 Rijeka to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Rijeka station and arriving at Cologne station via Ljubljana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 45m.
Rijeka to Cologne train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from Rijeka station.
Rijeka to Cologne train services, operated by ÖBB, arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Book your Rijeka to Cologne train tickets online with ÖBB, Slovenske železnice (SŽ) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Rijeka and Cologne is 834.5 km. The road distance is 1,134 km.
You can take a train from Rijeka to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Ljubljana, Villach Hbf, Muenchen Hbf, and München Hbf in around 14h 57m.