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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Rome

Showing times and prices for Jul 10

Cheapest price

$303

Average price

$401

Fastest journey

12 h 35 m

Average duration

16 h 39 m

Trains per day

Distance

1090 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Cologne to Rome will cost around $401 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $303.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Cologne to Rome without transferring at least 3 times.

06:55AM12h45

Cologne

07:40PMRome

$3031One-way

3 transfers

08:55PM18h24

Cologne

03:19PMRome

$4081One-way

3 transfers

10:55AM12h35

Cologne

11:30PMRome

$4321One-way

3 transfers

12:55PM19h45

Cologne

08:40AMRome

$4321One-way

3 transfers

02:55PM19h45

Cologne

10:40AMRome

$4321One-way

3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Rome

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €71. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €71, and a train costs an average of €232.

Distance: 677 miles (1090 km)

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Train	Most popular Flight	Bus
€319 Average price	€154 Average price	€108 Average price Cheapest
17h 39m Average total duration 17h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	26h 59m Average total duration 26h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
- CO2 emissions	3.3 - 6.5kg CO2 emissions	1.1 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Most popular train company	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne to Rome

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Trains from Cologne to Rome run on average 3 times per day, taking around 17h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $290 (€232) but you can travel from only $75 (€60) by flight.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $75 (€60)

Distance

677 miles (1090 km)

Average train duration

17h 9m

Cheapest ticket price

$290 (€232)

Trains per day

Fastest train

11h 42m

First train

00:02

Last train

23:50

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $75 (€60)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Rome trains

Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne and Rome from $326 (€261). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your 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.

Train information from Cologne to Rome with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 11 h 42 min
Cheapest Price: $326
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Rome

FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne to Rome 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 Rome.

Cheap train tickets from Cologne to Rome can start from as little as $326 (€261) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne to Rome is $447 (€358); 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 Rome train time is 11 h 42 min covering the 676 mile (1090 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cologne to Rome leaves at 6: 55AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cologne to Rome leaves at 8: 55PM.

There are 4 trains a day from Cologne to Rome which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the route from Cologne to Rome you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Cologne and Rome on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 55PM.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Rome from Cologne including taking a train, bus or flight.