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DB Museum Koblenz
Railway museum with historic locomotives, rolling stock, and exhibits on German railway history at the former repair works in Lützel.
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
63
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Koblenz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Koblenz will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 63 trains that leave Cologne for Koblenz on Fri, Jun 05, 63 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest trains will take 53 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.
IC 1940
IC 2242
ICE 1229
IC 5106
ICE 1225
IC 1940
IC 2242
ICE 1644
ICE 1229
IC 1946Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Koblenz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Koblenz:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Koblenz costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Koblenz take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 22m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (1h 3m by train vs 1h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $27 (€22) compared to roughly $17 (€14) 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, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
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.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Koblenz trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
10803 | 6:04 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h36 | 7:40 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
28503 | 6:32 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h10 | 7:42 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1648 | 6:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h53 | 7:46 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
25413 | 6:56 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h32 | 8:28 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
10805 | 7:03 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h37 | 8:40 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
10809 | 8:03 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h37 | 9:40 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
28507 | 8:32 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h10 | 9:42 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1940 | On time 8:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h53 | 9:46 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
25417 | 8:56 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h31 | 10:27 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
10811 | 9:03 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h37 | 10:40 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
28509 | 9:32 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h10 | 10:42 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1225 | On time 9:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h53 | 10:46 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2007 | On time 10:17 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h59 | 11:16 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
28511 | 10:32 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h10 | 11:42 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2013 | 10:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h53 | 11:46 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
25421 | 10:56 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h30 | 12:26 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
10815 | 11:03 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h37 | 12:40 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
28513 | 11:32 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h10 | 12:42 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
10619 | 11:38 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h41 | 1:19 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
25423 | 11:56 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h31 | 1:27 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
10817 | 12:03 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h37 | 1:40 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
28515 | 12:32 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h10 | 1:42 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1644 | 12:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h53 | 1:46 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
25425 | 12:57 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h32 | 2:29 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
10819 | 1:03 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h37 | 2:40 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
28517 | 1:32 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h10 | 2:42 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1229 | On time 1:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h53 | 2:46 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5106 | On time 2:17 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h57 | 3:14 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
28519 | 2:32 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h10 | 3:42 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1946 | On time 2:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h53 | 3:46 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
25429 | 2:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h31 | 4:27 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
10823 | 3:03 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h37 | 4:40 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
28521 | 3:32 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h10 | 4:42 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 927 | On time 3:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h53 | 4:46 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
25431 | 3:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h31 | 5:27 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
10825 | 4:03 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h37 | 5:40 PM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Cologne to Koblenz run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 52m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Koblenz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Koblenz trip today.
Railway museum with historic locomotives, rolling stock, and exhibits on German railway history at the former repair works in Lützel.
Koblenz’s main fine art and cultural history museum, with paintings, sculpture, and regional collections in the Forum Confluentes.
State museum inside Ehrenbreitstein Fortress with exhibitions on regional archaeology, culture, photography, and history.
The historic old town with lanes, squares, fountains, and restored buildings, ideal for walking and experiencing the city’s atmosphere.
Lively old town square framed by historic architecture and civic buildings, often a focal point for visitors exploring central Koblenz.
Popular square in the old town with a relaxed local feel, surrounded by historic façades and close to many central sights.
A Rhineland classic of marinated pot roast, traditionally served with gravy, red cabbage, and dumplings. It is one of the most famous regional dishes around Koblenz.
A hearty baked potato casserole from the Rhineland, usually made with grated potatoes, onions, and bacon. It is a traditional comfort food in and around Koblenz.
Literally 'Heaven and Earth,' this regional dish combines mashed potatoes and apple sauce, often served with black pudding. The sweet-savory mix is typical of Rhineland cooking.
A well-known fine dining restaurant in Koblenz, recognized for modern seasonal cuisine, careful presentation, and an elegant atmosphere.
An established upscale restaurant known for refined cooking, good wine selection, and a polished but relaxed dining experience.
A traditional venue known for regional Rhineland dishes, local wines, and a classic gemütlich atmosphere that suits visitors seeking authentic local food.
Prices are moderate by German standards. Groceries and casual meals are reasonable; hotels cost more in peak season and during major events.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or leave about 5-10% for good service. Round up in taxis. Small tips are appreciated in cafés; not expected for counter service.
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