The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Cologne
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Cologne will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $7.
Of the 36 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Cologne every day 33 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixTrain1:18 PM0h23Düsseldorf Hbf1:41 PMCologne Hbf$71One-way0 changes
FlixTrain9:18 PM0h22Düsseldorf Hbf9:40 PMCologne Hbf$71One-way0 changes
FlixTrain5:18 PM0h25Düsseldorf Hbf5:43 PMCologne Hbf$71One-way0 changes
FlixTrain8:32 PM0h24Düsseldorf Hbf8:56 PMCologne Hbf$71One-way0 changes
ICE 20912:27 AM0h21Düsseldorf Hbf12:48 AMCologne Hbf$91One-way0 changes
ICE 61911:41 PM0h20Düsseldorf Hbf12:01 AMCologne Hbf$91One-way0 changes
ICE 20912:27 AM0h21Düsseldorf Hbf12:48 AMCologne Hbf$91One-way0 changes
ICE 6179:27 PM0h21Düsseldorf Hbf9:48 PMCologne Hbf$221One-way0 changes
ICE 84212:35 AM0h21Düsseldorf Hbf12:56 AMCologne Hbf$121One-way0 changes
ICE 10712:27 PM0h21Düsseldorf Hbf12:48 PMCologne Hbf$251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Düsseldorf to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 34 km
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56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Düsseldorf to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Cologne trains for today, Wednesday, 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 101 | Delayed 6:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h21 | 4:53 AM 4:53 AMCologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 913 · 10904 | On time 7:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h30 | 7:36 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 513 | Delayed 7:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h22 | 5:50 AM 5:50 AMCologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 103 | Delayed 8:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h21 | 6:52 AM 6:52 AMCologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 646 | Delayed 9:10 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h23 | 7:35 AM 7:35 AMCologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 515 | Delayed 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h22 | 7:50 AM 7:50 AMCologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 219 · S6 | On time 9:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h31 | 10:03 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2007 | On time 9:47 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h27 | 10:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 517 | On time 11:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h22 | 11:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2009 | On time 11:47 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h27 | 12:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 944 | On time 12:08 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h25 | 12:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h24 | 12:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 1:18 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h23 | 1:41 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 519 | On time 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h22 | 1:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 5106 | On time 1:45 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h25 | 2:10 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2201 | On time 1:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h27 | 2:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1052 | On time 1:52 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h27 | 2:19 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 927 | On time 3:23 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h23 | 3:46 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 611 | On time 3:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h22 | 3:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2203 | On time 3:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h27 | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2205 | On time 5:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h27 | 6:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1050 | On time 5:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h25 | 6:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 848 | On time 6:08 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h25 | 6:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2207 | On time 7:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h27 | 8:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 846 | On time 8:03 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h29 | 8:32 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 823 · 10447 | On time 8:09 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h34 | 8:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 9:18 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h22 | 9:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 617 | On time 9:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h21 | 9:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1542 | On time 9:44 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h33 | 10:17 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 844 | On time 10:08 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h25 | 10:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 619 | On time 11:28 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h21 | 11:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday, 4 June | |||||
ICE 842 | 12:35 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h21 | 12:56 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 921 | 2:39 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h23 | 3:02 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Cologne
Trains from Düsseldorf to Cologne run on average 12 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 but you can travel from only $4 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 20m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Düsseldorf to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Cologne from $4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
Eurostar
Süwex
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Düsseldorf to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Cologne by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Cologne
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
- Novotel
- Ibis
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
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