The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Würzburg Hbf
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Würzburg Hbf 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 Würzburg Hbf will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
Of the 5 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Würzburg Hbf on Wed, Nov 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 246 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 4 h 29 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.
RE 28501 · RE 4295 · ICE 527
ICE 827
S 12 · ICE 523
ICE 521
RE 28504 · ICE 525
RE 28504 · ICE 525
ICE 827
ICE 521
S 12 · ICE 523
RE 28501 · RE 4295 · ICE 527Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne Hbf to Würzburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Würzburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €630.
Distance: 152 miles (246 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€57 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €630 Average price |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Würzburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Würzburg Hbf trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 827 | On time 2:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h40 | 5:01 AM Würzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 521 | On time 3:20 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h41 | 6:01 AM Würzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 · ICE 523 | On time 4:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h50 | 7:01 AM Würzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE 28501 · RE 4295 · ICE 527 | On time 4:32 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h29 | 9:01 AM Würzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE 28504 · ICE 525 | On time 5:31 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h30 | 8:01 AM Würzburg Hbf | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Würzburg Hbf
Distance 152 miles (246 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 01:21 |
Last train 18:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne Hbf to Würzburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Würzburg Hbf from $18 (€15). 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.
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne Hbf to Würzburg 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: 07:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 19:00
- McDonald's
- Anatolia Kebap Haus
- Schönborn
- Cafe am Dom
- Schönleber
- Hotel Amberger
- Pension Siegel
- Dorint Hotel Würzburg
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