The cheapest and fastest trains from Heidelberg to Cologne
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- S$23
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- S$117
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 1 h 46 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 1 h 46 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 51
- Distance
- 210 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Cologne will cost around S$117 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only S$23.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 51 trains from Heidelberg to Cologne, including 9 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 210 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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 698 · IC 604022:02 AM 3h42 Heidelberg Hbf 5:44 AM Cologne-Ehrenfeld S$23 1 One-way 1 change
IC 204710:24 AM 2h42 Heidelberg Hbf 1:06 PM Cologne Hbf S$46 1 One-way 0 changes
IC 20498:24 AM 2h42 Heidelberg Hbf 11:06 AM Cologne Hbf S$57 1 One-way 0 changes
ICE 2090+
24514+
ICE 92610:46 AM 3h20 Heidelberg Hbf 2:06 PM Cologne Hbf S$61 1 One-way 2 changes
ICE 6183:43 AM 2h18 Heidelberg Hbf 6:01 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz S$63 1 One-way 0 changes
S3 · ICE 10128:43 AM 1h46 Heidelberg Hbf 10:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz S$142 1 One-way 1 change
S3 · ICE 91812:43 PM 1h46 Heidelberg Hbf 2:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz S$151 1 One-way 1 change
S3 · ICE 9126:43 PM 1h46 Heidelberg Hbf 8:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz S$151 1 One-way 1 change
S1 · ICE 10146:43 AM 1h46 Heidelberg Hbf 8:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz S$157 1 One-way 1 change
S3 · ICE 101010:43 AM 1h46 Heidelberg Hbf 12:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz S$95 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Heidelberg to Cologne
Trains from Heidelberg to Cologne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at S$11 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 210 km distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 210 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price S$11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
Live departures
Heidelberg to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Cologne trains for tomorrow, Friday, 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 698 · IC 60402 | Delayed 2:02 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h42 | 4:44 AM 4:44 AMCologne-Ehrenfeld | 1 change | |
ICE 618 | 3:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h18 | 6:01 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 changesdirect | |
15300 · ICE 18 | On time 4:21 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h19 | 7:40 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
15302 · ICE 1250 | On time 5:26 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h17 | 8:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
S3 · ICE 616 | 6:02 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h02 | 8:04 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
S1 · ICE 1014 | On time 6:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h46 | 8:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
ICE 1098 · ICE 1022+ 24506 | On time 6:46 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h20 | 10:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
S7 · ICE 204 | 7:09 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h56 | 9:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 994 · 4654 · ICE 316 | On time 7:18 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h21 | 9:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
S3 · ICE 614 | 8:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h51 | 10:04 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
IC 2049 | 8:24 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h42 | 11:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S3 · ICE 1012 | On time 8:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h46 | 10:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
ICE 1096 · ICE 1020+ 24510 | On time 8:46 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h19 | 12:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
19260 · ICE 202 | On time 9:10 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h55 | 11:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1670 · ICE 16 | On time 9:18 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h21 | 11:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
15310 · ICE 156 | On time 9:26 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h17 | 12:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
S3 · ICE 612 | 10:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h51 | 12:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
IC 2047 | 10:24 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h42 | 1:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S3 · ICE 1010 | On time 10:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h46 | 12:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
ICE 2090 · ICE 926+ 24514 | 10:46 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h20 | 2:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
19264 · ICE 200 | On time 11:10 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h55 | 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 798 · 4662 · ICE 314 | On time 11:18 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h21 | 1:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
15314 · ICE 154 | On time 11:26 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h17 | 2:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
S3 · ICE 610 | 12:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h51 | 2:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
IC 2045 | 12:24 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h42 | 3:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S3 · ICE 918 | 12:43 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h46 | 2:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
ICE 2294+ 24518+ ICE 228 | On time 12:46 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h20 | 4:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1094 · ICE 228+ 24518 | On time 12:46 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h20 | 4:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
19268 · ICE 108 | On time 1:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h55 | 3:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1576 · ICE 14 | On time 1:18 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h21 | 3:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
15318 · ICE 1716 | 1:26 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h59 | 4:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
S3 · ICE 518 | On time 2:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h51 | 4:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
ICE 2012 | 2:24 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h42 | 5:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S3 · ICE 916 | 2:42 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h47 | 4:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
19272 · ICE 106 | On time 3:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h55 | 5:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 710 | On time 3:20 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h48 | 6:08 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 710 · ICE 28 | On time 3:20 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h46 | 6:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
15322 · ICE 1714 | 3:26 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h59 | 6:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
S2 · ICE 216 · ICE 12 | On time 3:33 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h07 | 5:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
S3 · ICE 516 | On time 4:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h51 | 6:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
IC 2041 | 4:24 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h42 | 7:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S3 · ICE 1254 | On time 4:43 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h00 | 6:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1092+ 24526+ ICE 26 | On time 4:46 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h20 | 8:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
19276 · ICE 104 | On time 5:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h55 | 7:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1572 · ICE 10 | On time 5:18 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h22 | 7:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1696 · ICE 1252 | On time 5:46 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h57 | 8:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
S3 · ICE 514 | On time 6:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h51 | 8:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
IC 2349 | On time 6:24 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h42 | 9:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S3 · ICE 912 | On time 6:43 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h46 | 8:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
S3 · ICE 912 · ICE 2568 | 6:43 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 2h13 | 8:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
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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.
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FAQs: Heidelberg to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg and Cologne
Most Heidelberg to Cologne trains use the Heidelberg Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz. Use this guide to compare Heidelberg and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Heidelberg station do trains to Cologne leave from?
Getting to Heidelberg Hbf from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg Hbf train station facilities and services
Heidelberg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
Getting to Heidelberg-Schlierbach/Ziegelhausen from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Schlierbach/Ziegelhausen is 5 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Schlierbach/Ziegelhausen train station facilities and services
Heidelberg-Schlierbach/Ziegelhausen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Capri, Il Sogno, Pizza Toscana, Rosenkeller
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Schlierbach/Ziegelhausen. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Schlierbach/Ziegelhausen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Schlierbach/Ziegelhausen. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Schlierbach/Ziegelhausen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Schlierbach/Ziegelhausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Schlierbach/Ziegelhausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Schlierbach/Ziegelhausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Schlierbach/Ziegelhausen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Gästehaus Endrich, Neckartal, Hotel Neckarlux.
Getting to Heidelberg-Altstadt from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Altstadt train station facilities and services
Heidelberg-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
Which Cologne station do trains from Heidelberg arrive at?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
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