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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Wuppertal 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 Wuppertal Hbf will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
It's difficult to get from Cologne Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf without transferring at least once.
ICE 541 · S84:25 AM1h26Cologne Hbf5:51 AMWuppertal Hbf$221One-way1 transfer- ICE 208 · 264035:11 AM0h54Cologne Hbf6:05 AMWuppertal Hbf$221One-way1 transfer
- ICE 618 · 264056:11 AM0h54Cologne Hbf7:05 AMWuppertal Hbf$221One-way1 transfer
- ICE 947 · S87:27 PM1h05Cologne Hbf8:32 PMWuppertal Hbf$241One-way1 transfer
- IC 2012 · S85:14 PM1h08Cologne Hbf6:22 PMWuppertal Hbf$261One-way1 transfer
- ICE 208 · 264035:11 AM0h54Cologne Hbf6:05 AMWuppertal Hbf$221One-way1 transfer
- ICE 618 · 264056:11 AM0h54Cologne Hbf7:05 AMWuppertal Hbf$221One-way1 transfer
- ICE 206 · 264077:11 AM0h54Cologne Hbf8:05 AMWuppertal Hbf$281One-way1 transfer
- ICE 202 · 2641511:11 AM0h54Cologne Hbf12:05 PMWuppertal Hbf$391One-way1 transfer
- ICE 614 · 2641310:11 AM0h54Cologne Hbf11:05 AMWuppertal Hbf$291One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Cologne Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Wuppertal Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 32m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (32m by train vs 47m by car). Tickets start at around $27 (€23) compared to roughly $14 (€12) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 618 · 26405 | Delayed 4:11 AM 6:11 AMCologne Hbf | 0h54 | 7:05 AM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
| ICE 541 · S8 | On time 4:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h26 | 5:51 AM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 208 · 26403 | On time 5:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 6:05 AM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 618 · 26405 | 6:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 7:05 AM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 222 · S8 | On time 6:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h13 | 8:02 AM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 206 · 26407 | On time 7:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 8:05 AM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 616 · 26409 | On time 8:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 9:05 AM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 220 · S8 | On time 8:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h13 | 10:02 AM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 204 · 26411 | On time 9:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 10:05 AM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 614 · 26413 | On time 10:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 11:05 AM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1022 · S8 | On time 10:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h08 | 11:22 AM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 128 · S8 | On time 10:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h13 | 12:02 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 202 · 26415 | On time 11:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 12:05 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 612 · 26417 | On time 12:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 1:05 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 126 · S8 | On time 12:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h13 | 2:02 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 200 · 26419 | On time 1:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 2:05 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 610 · 26421 | On time 2:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 3:05 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 124 · S8 | On time 2:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h13 | 4:02 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 108 · 26423 | On time 3:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 4:05 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 518 · 26425 | On time 4:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 5:05 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 122 · S8 | On time 4:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h13 | 6:02 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 106 · 26427 | On time 5:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 6:05 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2012 · S8 | On time 5:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h08 | 6:22 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 516 · 26429 | On time 6:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 7:05 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 224 · S8 | On time 6:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h13 | 8:02 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 104 · 26431 | On time 7:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 8:05 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 947 · S8 | On time 7:27 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h05 | 8:32 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 514 · 26433 | On time 8:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 9:05 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 120 · S8 | On time 8:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h13 | 10:02 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 647 · S8 | On time 9:26 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h06 | 10:32 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 512 · 26437 | On time 10:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h54 | 11:05 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf
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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf run on average 3 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:25, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 2:25 AM |
Last train 7:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Wuppertal Hbf from $22 (€18). 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.
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Wuppertal 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 Wuppertal Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf
Most Cologne Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf trains use the Köln Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel. Use this guide to compare Cologne Hbf and Wuppertal Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Wuppertal Hbf train station facilities and services
Wuppertal 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: Vidaleo, Cafe Extrablatt, McDonald's, KYTO Coffee Wuppertal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal Hbf. ATMs are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal Hbf. Information desks are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wuppertal Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wuppertal Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Central-Hotel, Ibis Wuppertal City, Hotel Astor, Arcade.
Getting to Wuppertal-Vohwinkel from Wuppertal city centre
Wuppertal-Vohwinkel is 6 km from Wuppertal city centre. Public transport options include:
Wuppertal-Vohwinkel train station facilities and services
Wuppertal-Vohwinkel 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: Cay Ocegi, Mona Lisa, Kochstube, Kebab Haus
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel. ATMs are available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel. Information desks are available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel.
Getting to Wuppertal-Oberbarmen from Wuppertal city centre
Wuppertal-Oberbarmen is 5 km from Wuppertal city centre. Public transport options include:
Wuppertal-Oberbarmen train station facilities and services
Wuppertal-Oberbarmen 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: McDonald's, Färberei:Café, Wupper Grill, Vinh Son
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. ATMs are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. Information desks are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.
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