Cologne to Bad Hersfeld train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RB,RE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$27

Average price

$42

Fastest journey

4 h 45 m

Average duration

4 h 49 m

Trains per day

Distance

194 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Cologne for Bad Hersfeld on Sun, Jul 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 194 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .

On Sun, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 4 h 52 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.

08:17AM4h52

Cologne

01:09PMBad Hersfeld

$271One-way

0 transfers

03:24PM4h45

Cologne

08:09PMBad Hersfeld

$571One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld

Germany

Trains from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

119 miles (193 km)

Average train duration

3h 54m

Cheapest ticket price

$35 (€28)

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 45m

First train

03:14

Last train

23:16

Price information

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and Hessische Landesbahn from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld trains

For as little as $40 (€32) you can travel by train to Bad Hersfeld from Cologne with Deutsche Bahn and Hessische Landesbahn. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 4 min
Cheapest Price: $40
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 11 a day

FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld

FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld.

Cheap train tickets from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld can start from as little as $32 (€26) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne to Bad Hersfeld is $69 (€56); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Cologne to Bad Hersfeld train travel time is 2 h 42 min for the 120 mile (193 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld leaves at 12: 27 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld leaves at 11: 10 PM.

There are 12 trains a day from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Cologne to Bad Hersfeld train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 10 PM.

A trip to Bad Hersfeld from Cologne is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 42 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld is May.

Yes, you can take a train from Cologne to Bad Hersfeld.