The average train between Weimar and Cologne takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Weimar 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 Weimar and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 1:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Weimar is at 6:28 PM which arrives into Cologne at 10:14 PM. All services require a transfer at Erfurt Hbf and take an average of 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 46m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Weimar 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 Weimar to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Weimar station and arriving at Cologne station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.
Weimar to Cologne train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, depart from Erfurt Hbf station.
Weimar to Cologne train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Book your Weimar to Cologne train tickets online with Preßnitztalbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Weimar and Cologne is 306.7 km. The road distance is 455 km.
You can take a train from Weimar to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Erfurt Hbf and Frankfurt in around 4h 28m.