- Must visit
Museo di Castelvecchio
Verona’s leading civic museum inside a medieval castle, with important sculpture, paintings, weapons, and striking architecture by Carlo Scarpa.
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$124
Fastest journey
10 h 7 m
Average duration
11 h 3 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
682 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Verona Porta Nuova is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Verona Porta Nuova will cost around $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
It's difficult to get from Cologne Hbf to Verona Porta Nuova without transferring at least once.
IC 1940 · ICE 595 · RJ 89
ICE 515 · RJ 89
ICE 105 · ICE 595 · RJ 89
28508 · ICE 529 · RJ 87
ICE 511 · ICE 275+
EuroCity 151+
Regionale TRENORD 2633
ICE 105 · ICE 595 · RJ 89
28508 · ICE 529 · RJ 87
ICE 515 · RJ 89
ICE 101+
EuroCity 151+
Regionale TRENORD 2633
IC 1940 · ICE 595 · RJ 89Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Verona Porta Nuova among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $76.
Distance: 423 miles (682 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$145 Average price | $121 Average price Cheapest | $497 Average price | $183 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 59m Average total duration 10h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 31m Average total duration 13h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Hbf to Verona Porta Nuova:
A bus is $24 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Hbf to Verona Porta Nuova costing on average $145 (€117).
A bus is $376 (€304) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne Hbf to Verona Porta Nuova costing on average $497 (€402).
Other travel options to Verona Porta Nuova take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 29m.
Bus takes on average 13h 1m.
Tickets start at around $145 (€117) compared to roughly $183 (€148) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $38 (€31). The journey takes 10h 29m versus 9h 17m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Verona Porta Nuova trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IC 1940 · ICE 595 · RJ 89 | On time 8:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 12h08 | 9:01 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 2 transfers | |
ICE 515 · RJ 89 | On time 9:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 11h07 | 9:01 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Verona Porta Nuova run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $67 (€54) but you can travel from only $60 (€48) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:53, the last at 08:54. The fastest train covers the 423 miles (682 km) distance in 10h 9m.
Distance 423 miles (682 km) |
Average train duration 10h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€54) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 10h 9m |
First train 6:53 AM |
Last train 8:54 AM |
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Verona’s leading civic museum inside a medieval castle, with important sculpture, paintings, weapons, and striking architecture by Carlo Scarpa.
Small museum inside Juliet’s House, visited for its literary legend, medieval interiors, and balcony-linked experience.
One of Europe’s oldest public museums, known for Greek, Roman, and Etruscan inscriptions and stone monuments near Piazza Bra.
Verona’s lively historic square with market atmosphere, frescoed facades, and a classic concentration of medieval urban scenery.
Grand square facing the Arena, ideal for orientation, people-watching, and experiencing Verona’s monumental heart.
Hilltop viewpoint above the old town, highly popular for panoramic photos over Verona, especially at golden hour.
Creamy risotto made with Amarone della Valpolicella wine, giving it a deep color and rich local flavor. It is one of Verona's signature first courses.
Traditional Veronese stew of horse meat slowly braised with wine and spices. It is one of the city's oldest and most distinctive historic dishes.
Soft potato gnocchi, often served with melted butter and cheese or a hearty sauce. Verona is famous for gnocchi, especially during carnival season.
Historic fine dining address in Verona, known for refined Veneto cuisine and polished service in an elegant heritage setting.
Historic Veronese wine bar and restaurant known for Amarone, regional dishes, and a classic elegant atmosphere. A strong choice for traditional local dining.
Well-known traditional trattoria famous for cured meats, local cheeses, and Veronese specialties. The atmosphere is rustic, lively, and characterful.
Moderate by Italian standards: coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while central restaurants and hotels cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service. Taxis can be rounded up.
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