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Compare bus and train for Cologne Hbf to Schweinfurt Hbf
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Schweinfurt Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 155 miles (251 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Hbf to Schweinfurt Hbf:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Hbf to Schweinfurt Hbf costing on average $35 (€28).
Other travel options to Schweinfurt Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 55m.
Tickets start at around $35 (€28) compared to roughly $55 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $20 (€16). The journey takes 4h 39m versus 3h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Schweinfurt Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Schweinfurt Hbf trains for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h09 | 1:02 PM Schweinfurt Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Cologne Hbf to Schweinfurt Hbf by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Schweinfurt Hbf
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Schweinfurt Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:53, the last at 09:53. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (251 km) distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 155 miles (251 km) |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 8:53 AM |
Last train 9:53 AM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Hbf to Schweinfurt Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Schweinfurt Hbf 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 Schweinfurt Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne Hbf to Schweinfurt Hbf
- 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: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 07:30 11:30 - 11:00 14:45
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:45
- Pizzaria Trattoria Mediterranea
- Kugelmühle
- Garden
- Pappert
- Aparthotel Stadtvilla Premium
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