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Windstärke 10 – Wrack- und Fischereimuseum
A local heritage museum focused on fishing, shipping, and everyday life, giving a compact introduction to Cuxhaven’s past.
Cheapest price
€89
Average price
€89
Fastest journey
5 h 16 m
Average duration
5 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
347 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Cuxhaven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Cuxhaven will cost around €89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €89.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cologne for Cuxhaven on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 347 km distance in an average of 5 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 16 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 16 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Cuxhaven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €200.
Distance: 215 miles (347 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€76 Average price Cheapest | €290 Average price | €60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Cuxhaven:
A train is €214 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Cuxhaven costing on average €290.
Other travel options to Cuxhaven take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 6m.
Tickets start at around €76 compared to roughly €60 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-16.17. The journey takes 5h 6m versus 4h 53m 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 to Cuxhaven trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 616 · 14517 | On time 8:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h39 | 1:50 PM Cuxhaven station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 616 · 4412+ 82664 | On time 8:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h16 | 1:27 PM Cuxhaven station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 204 · 4456+ 82666 | On time 9:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h16 | 2:27 PM Cuxhaven station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 204 · 14519 | On time 9:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h39 | 2:50 PM Cuxhaven station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 614 · 4416+ 82668 | On time 10:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h16 | 3:27 PM Cuxhaven station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 614 · 14521 | On time 10:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h39 | 3:50 PM Cuxhaven station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Cologne to Cuxhaven run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:09, the last at 22:39. The fastest train covers the 215 miles (347 km) distance in 5h 16m.
Distance 215 miles (347 km) |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 2:09 AM |
Last train 10:39 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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A local heritage museum focused on fishing, shipping, and everyday life, giving a compact introduction to Cuxhaven’s past.
Cuxhaven’s leading museum presents regional history, seafaring, and local culture in a substantial collection near the harbor.
This curated art venue hosts rotating exhibitions and offers a cultural stop beyond the city’s maritime attractions.
Cuxhaven’s iconic waterfront promenade is the top place for ship-watching, sea views, and experiencing the city’s harbor atmosphere.
This broad sandy beach area is a classic North Sea destination with mudflat views, family-friendly walks, and sunset scenery.
A scenic coastal neighborhood known for its beach, spa atmosphere, and easy access to mudflat walks and sea-facing promenades.
North Sea brown shrimp served fresh on bread or with sides. A hallmark of the Cuxhaven coast and local fishing tradition.
Pan-fried North Sea plaice, often served with potatoes and bacon. A classic regional fish dish tied to coastal cooking.
Pickled herring in a sweet-sour marinade with onion. Traditional in northern Germany and common in seaside taverns.
Well-known fine dining option with refined regional cuisine, seasonal menus, and an elegant atmosphere near the seafront.
Established seafood restaurant in the harbor area known for fresh fish, shrimp dishes, and a traditional maritime atmosphere.
Popular harbor fish venue focused on fresh North Sea fish, simple regional plates, and a casual local setting.
Moderate for German seaside travel: hotels rise in summer, dining is mid-priced, and local transit is reasonable versus larger resort cities.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or tip about 5-10%. Taxis: round up. Cafes: leave small change or round up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Cuxhaven 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 Cuxhaven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Cuxhaven trains use the Köln Hbf to Cuxhaven station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Cuxhaven train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
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 storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Cuxhaven is 1 km from Cuxhaven city centre. Public transport options include:
Cuxhaven 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 options include: Zum Park, Tiedemann, Heiße Theke, Eiscafe Da Dalto
Wi-Fi is available at Cuxhaven. ATMs are available at Cuxhaven.
Ticket office support is available at Cuxhaven. Information desks are available at Cuxhaven.
Luggage storage is available at Cuxhaven. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cuxhaven: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cuxhaven: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cuxhaven.
Nearby hotels include Hohenzollernhof, Havenhostel Cuxhaven, Stadt Cuxhaven, B&B Hotel Cuxhaven.
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