Train Vechta to Cologne from €74 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Vechta and Cologne takes 4h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Vechta 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.

4h 12m
Duration: 265 km
Distance: €74
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

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3h 41m

€60–178

Vechta to Cologne train times

Trains run hourly between Vechta and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Vechta is at 10:29 PM which arrives into Cologne at 3:06 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, April 28, 2026

5:29 AM → 9:48 AM
4h 19m • 1 change
6:29 AM → 10:48 AM
4h 19m • 1 change
7:29 AM → 11:48 AM
4h 19m • 1 change
8:29 AM → 12:48 PM
4h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, April 29, 2026

5:29 AM → 9:48 AM
4h 19m • 1 change
6:29 AM → 10:48 AM
4h 19m • 1 change
7:29 AM → 11:48 AM
4h 19m • 1 change
8:29 AM → 12:48 PM
4h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, April 30, 2026

5:29 AM → 9:48 AM
4h 19m • 1 change
6:29 AM → 10:48 AM
4h 19m • 1 change
7:29 AM → 11:48 AM
4h 19m • 1 change
8:29 AM → 12:48 PM
4h 19m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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