Helsingborg to Cologne train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsingborg to Cologne

Showing times and prices for Jul 21

Cheapest price

$175

Average price

$175

Fastest journey

11 h 6 m

Average duration

14 h 3 m

Trains per day

Distance

683 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Helsingborg to Cologne will cost around $175 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $175.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Helsingborg to Cologne without transferring at least 2 times.

06:41AM11h06

Helsingborg

05:47PMCologne

$1751One-way

2 transfers

08:35AM11h12

Helsingborg

07:47PMCologne

$1751One-way

2 transfers

12:35PM11h14

Helsingborg

11:49PMCologne

$1751One-way

2 transfers

02:41PM19h05

Helsingborg

09:46AMCologne

$1751One-way

2 transfers

10:07PM17h40

Helsingborg

03:47PMCologne

$1751One-way

2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Helsingborg to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsingborg to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, and a flight costs an average of €191.

Distance: 424 miles (683 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€125 Average price	€61 Average price Cheapest	€412 Average price
10h 48m Average total duration 10h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	14h 58m Average total duration 14h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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Overview: Train from Helsingborg to Cologne

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Germany

Trains from Helsingborg to Cologne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $155 (€125) but you can travel from only $51 (€41) by bus.

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

Bus from $51 (€41)

Distance

424 miles (683 km)

Average train duration

10h 18m

Cheapest ticket price

$155 (€125)

Trains per day

Fastest train

11h 6m

First train

00:50

Last train

23:45

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $51 (€41)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and Skånetrafiken from Helsingborg to Cologne trains

Find the best trains to Cologne from Helsingborg with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn and Skånetrafiken from $70 (€57). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

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 Helsingborg to Cologne train information:

Average Duration: 11 h 12 min
Cheapest Price: $70

Skånetrafiken is a public transport provider in Sweden, offering a wide range of train services throughout the country. It operates a variety of train types, including regional, express, and intercity trains. Regional trains are the most common, providing frequent stops and connecting smaller towns and cities. Express trains are faster, making fewer stops and covering longer distances. Intercity trains are the fastest, connecting major cities and offering comfortable seating and onboard facilities. Skånetrafiken offers a range of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a café car. The most popular routes for Skånetrafiken are between Stockholm and Malmö, Gothenburg and Malmö, and Stockholm and Gothenburg.

Train information from Helsingborg to Cologne with Skånetrafiken:

Average Duration: 10 h 15 min
Cheapest Price: $139
Skånetrafiken frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Trains from Helsingborg to Cologne

FAQs: Travel by train from Helsingborg to Cologne 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 Helsingborg to Cologne.

Cheap train tickets from Helsingborg to Cologne can start from as little as $70 (€57) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Helsingborg to Cologne is $71 (€58); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Helsingborg to Cologne is 11 h 12 min to travel the 423 mile (683 km) long trip, with around there are 9 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Helsingborg to Cologne leaves at 12: 53 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Helsingborg to Cologne leaves at 11: 50 PM.

There are 9 trains a day from Helsingborg to Cologne which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or Skånetrafiken. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Helsingborg to Cologne train with Deutsche Bahn or Skånetrafiken. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip to Cologne from Helsingborg as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 50 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Helsingborg to Cologne by train is June.

You have options as you can travel between Helsingborg and Cologne 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.