The average train between Wernigerode and Cologne takes 5h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Wernigerode 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 Wernigerode and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wernigerode is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Cologne at 9:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Goslar and take an average of 5h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


5h 19m • 2 changes


5h 17m • 2 changes


5h 14m • 2 changes


5h 16m • 2 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Wernigerode to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Wernigerode station and arriving at Cologne station via Hannover Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.
Wernigerode to Cologne train services, operated by Regionalverkehre Start Deutschland GmbH, depart from Goslar station.
Wernigerode to Cologne train services, operated by Regionalverkehre Start Deutschland GmbH, arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Wernigerode to Cologne train tickets online with Regionalverkehre Start Deutschland GmbH, Erixx and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Wernigerode and Cologne is 284.2 km. The road distance is 421 km.
You can take a train from Wernigerode Hbf to Köln Hbf via Goslar and Hannover Hbf in around 5h 21m.