Cologne to Rome train
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Train schedule from Cologne to Rome
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Fastest train times from Cologne to Rome
Fastest Journey
11 h 33 m
Average
11 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
458 km
Of the 1 trains that leave Cologne for Rome every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Cologne to Rome
 | Distance | 283 miles (457 km) |
 | Average train duration | 11 h 33 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $30 (€27) |
 | Train frequency | 1 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there is 1 direct train a day |
 | Train providers | Intercity Notte |
Trains from Cologne to Rome cover the 283 miles (457 km) long route taking on average 11 h 33 min with our travel partners like Intercity Notte. Normally, there is 1 train operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $30 (€27), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $30 (€27). Travelers depart most frequently from Cologne and arrive in Roma Termini.
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo and Trenitalia from Cologne to Rome trains
Travel to Rome from Cologne from $30 (€27) with Omio’s train partners Frecciarossa, Italo and Trenitalia! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.
Italo is a brand of high-speed trains operated by the Italian train company Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV). Its fleet of trains includes the Italo AGV 575, the premier high-speed service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), and the Italo EVO, an eco-friendly train that can reach a maximum speed of 150 mph (250 km/h). Italo offers four different class options, but each train car is modernly equipped with a high level of comfort. You can choose between the Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive classes. Standard services in all Italo trains include bathrooms, free WiFi, power outlets, reclining leather seats, footrests, snack machines and Italo Live (free onboard entertainment featuring a selection of movies, music and games). Italo offers three types of fares with different prices and flexibility: Low Cost, Economy, and Flex.
Enjoy the train ride between Cologne and Rome with Trenitalia, Italy’s main provider of train services throughout the country with an impressive fleet of trains offering different levels of comfort, amenities and speed. The company's flagship trains are the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca that can travel at speeds up to 186 mph (300 kmh). Trenitalia also operates intercity, regional and night trains. Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard on long-distance train routes. In many cases, Trenitalia trains also provide barrier-free access.
Trenitalia tickets between Cologne and Rome are available on Omio, and you can find the best deals for them in just a few steps. Trenitalia offers three different ticket types to fit anyone’s budget, such as the Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria tickets. Trenitalia also has discount and loyalty cards for qualified travelers, which you can use on Omio. When traveling on a Trenitalia train from Cologne to Rome, you can expect to travel 283 miles (457 km). Check Trenitalia’s train times and tickets for the Cologne to Rome trip and buy your cheap ticket on Omio today!
There’s no need to fly between Italian hotspots when you can simply take a Frecciarossa train to reach your destination in just a few hours. Frecciarossa is the premier high-speed train service from Trenitalia, Italy’s national railroad company, with around 200 connections made across Italy per day. These trains reach speeds up to 186 mph (300 kmh), making them one of the fastest in the world. You can expect to travel 283 miles (457 km) to Rome from Cologne on a Frecciarossa high-speed train. All Frecciarossa classes provide free WiFi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services to passengers.
You can find the best deals on cheap Frecciarossa train tickets right here. As an official travel partner of Trenitalia, Omio shows you all travel information for the Cologne to Rome journey, such as departure and arrival times, stops, train stations, journey times, and cheap fares. Once you’re ready, buy your Cologne to Rome train ticket on Omio and enjoy traveling in full comfort on a Frecciarossa train!
Travel Tips: Trains from Cologne to Rome
Omio customers traveling this route book their trains from Cologne to Roma Termini.
The most popular departure train station with passengers for this trip, called Cologne, is located 0.6 miles (1 km) from the city center of Cologne.
The most popular arrival train station, Roma Termini, is located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city center of Rome.
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