The average train between Traunstein and Cologne takes 6h 12m and the fastest train takes 5h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Traunstein 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 2 hours between Traunstein and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Traunstein is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Cologne at 10:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Traunstein to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Traunstein station and arriving at Cologne station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.
Traunstein to Cologne train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Traunstein station.
Traunstein to Cologne train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Book your Traunstein to Cologne train tickets online with ÖBB EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Traunstein and Cologne is 534.4 km. The road distance is 693 km.
You can take a train from Traunstein to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via München Hbf in around 5h 54m.