The cheapest and fastest trains from Duisburg to Cologne
Cheapest price
7S$
Average price
26S$
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
81
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Duisburg to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Duisburg to Cologne will cost around 26S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 7S$.
Of the 81 trains that leave Duisburg for Cologne every day 73 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 35 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.
ICE 5159:12 AM0h36Duisburg Hbf9:48 AMCologne Hbf7 S$1One-way0 changes
IC 20079:32 AM0h42Duisburg Hbf10:14 AMCologne Hbf7 S$1One-way0 changes
ICE 22510:33 AM0h38Duisburg Hbf11:11 AMCologne Hbf7 S$1One-way0 changes
IC 20139:56 AM0h44Duisburg Hbf10:40 AMCologne Hbf7 S$1One-way0 changes
ICE 64410:53 AM0h40Duisburg Hbf11:33 AMCologne Hbf7 S$1One-way0 changes
ICE 1038:13 AM0h35Duisburg Hbf8:48 AMCologne Hbf23 S$1One-way0 changes
ICE 10510:13 AM0h35Duisburg Hbf10:48 AMCologne Hbf22 S$1One-way0 changes
ICE 10712:13 PM0h35Duisburg Hbf12:48 PMCologne Hbf28 S$1One-way0 changes
ICE 1092:13 PM0h35Duisburg Hbf2:48 PMCologne Hbf30 S$1One-way0 changes
ICE 2014:13 PM0h35Duisburg Hbf4:48 PMCologne Hbf28 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Duisburg to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Duisburg to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 4S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 4S$, and a train costs an average of 5S$.
Distance: 57 km
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9S$ Average Price | 7S$ Average Price Cheapest |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Duisburg to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Duisburg to Cologne trains for today, Thursday, 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain | 8:19 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h37 | 8:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 9:04 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h36 | 9:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 19 June | |||||
26844 | 1:23 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h48 | 2:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 523 · 28501 | 4:43 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h46 | 5:29 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 101 | 6:13 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h35 | 6:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 913 · 10904 | On time 6:49 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h47 | 7:36 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 513 | On time 7:12 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h36 | 7:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 103 | 8:13 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h35 | 8:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 119 · S6 | On time 8:16 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h47 | 9:03 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 121 | On time 8:33 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h38 | 9:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 646 | On time 8:53 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h40 | 9:33 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 515 | On time 9:12 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h36 | 9:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 217 · S6 | 9:17 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h46 | 10:03 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
26810 | 9:23 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h48 | 10:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2007 | 9:32 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h42 | 10:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
28511 | 9:42 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h47 | 10:29 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2013 | 9:56 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h44 | 10:40 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 105 | On time 10:13 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h35 | 10:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 225 | On time 10:33 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h38 | 11:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
28513 | 10:42 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h47 | 11:29 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 644 | 10:53 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h40 | 11:33 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 517 | On time 11:12 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h36 | 11:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
26814 | 11:23 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h48 | 12:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2009 | 11:32 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h42 | 12:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
28515 | 11:42 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h47 | 12:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 107 | On time 12:13 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h35 | 12:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:19 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h37 | 12:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 123 | On time 12:33 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h38 | 1:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
28517 | 12:42 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h47 | 1:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 642 | On time 12:53 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h41 | 1:34 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 1:04 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h37 | 1:41 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 519 | On time 1:12 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h36 | 1:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
20021+ IC 5106 | On time 1:16 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h54 | 2:10 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
26818 | 1:23 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h48 | 2:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2201 | On time 1:32 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h42 | 2:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
28519 | 1:42 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h47 | 2:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 109 | On time 2:13 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h35 | 2:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 125 | On time 2:33 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h38 | 3:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
28521 | 2:42 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h47 | 3:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 640 | On time 2:53 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h41 | 3:34 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 927 | 3:09 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h37 | 3:46 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 611 | 3:12 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h36 | 3:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
26822 | 3:23 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h48 | 4:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2203 | 3:32 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h42 | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
28523 | 3:42 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h47 | 4:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 201 | On time 4:13 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h35 | 4:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 127 | 4:33 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h38 | 5:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
28525 | 4:42 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h47 | 5:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 548 | On time 4:53 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h42 | 5:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 5:04 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h39 | 5:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 613 | 5:12 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h36 | 5:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
26826 | 5:23 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h48 | 6:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2205 | 5:32 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h42 | 6:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
28527 | 5:42 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h47 | 6:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 203 | 6:13 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h35 | 6:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 129 | On time 6:33 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h38 | 7:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
28529 | 6:42 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h47 | 7:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 546 | On time 6:52 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h43 | 7:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1021 | On time 7:08 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h38 | 7:46 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 615 | 7:12 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h36 | 7:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Duisburg to Cologne
Trains from Duisburg to Cologne run on average 11 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 5S$ but you can travel from only 4S$ by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 35m.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price 5S$ |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar from Duisburg to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar trains will get you between Duisburg and Cologne from 4S$. 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
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Duisburg to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Duisburg 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 Duisburg and Cologne
- Monday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 16:00
- Bellagio
- Restaurant Mediteran
- Café Dobbelstein
- Da Roberto
- Ibis
- Plaza
- Mercure
- Hotel Goldener Hahn
- Arcadas Grill
- Mykonos Grill Pizzeria
- Eis-Café Romeo
- Tor 6
- Belweder
- Dadaslar
- Cafe Kasbar
- Bäckerei Bolten
- Ziegenpeter
- 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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