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Trip Overview

The average train between Winterthur and Cologne takes 5h 38m and the fastest train takes 5h 34m. There is at least one train per day from Winterthur 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.

5h 38m
Duration
606 km
Distance
€230
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Winterthur to Cologne train times

Trains run once daily between Winterthur and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 3:24 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Winterthur is at 3:31 PM which arrives into Cologne at 9:05 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 41m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 34m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 34m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 34m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 41m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 41m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Winterthur 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.

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  • Distance: 605.6 km
  • Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Winterthur, Switzerland and Cologne, Germany?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Köln Hbf 3 times a week. Tickets cost €190–300 and the journey takes 5h 4m.

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