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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price
$156
Average price
$168
Fastest journey
9 h 23 m
Average duration
10 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
644 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen Central Station to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen Central Station to Cologne Hbf will cost around $168 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $156.
It's difficult to get from Copenhagen Central Station to Cologne Hbf without transferring at least once.
ICL 43 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 207IC 137 · IC 5759 · 11175 · ICE 205IC 145 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 207EC 1175 · ICE 1021EC 393 · ICE 613EC 393 · ICE 613EC 1175 · ICE 1021ICL 43 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 207IC 137 · IC 5759 · 11175 · ICE 205IC 145 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 207
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Copenhagen Central Station to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen Central Station to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €159.
Distance: 400 miles (644 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€104 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest | €524 Average price |
10h 50m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 36m Average total duration 13h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Copenhagen Central Station to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen Central Station to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:57 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h05 | 1:02 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:22 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 10h40 | 1:02 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
| EC 393 · ICE 613 | On time 7:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h23 | 4:45 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 137 · IC 5759 · 11175 · ICE 205 | 8:50 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 10h58 | 7:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EC 1175 · ICE 1021 | On time 9:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h24 | 6:46 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 145 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 207 | 10:50 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 10h58 | 9:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICL 43 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 207 | 10:52 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 10h56 | 9:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen Central Station to Cologne Hbf
Denmark
Germany
Trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Cologne Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€57) but you can travel from only $36 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:14, the last at 16:22. The fastest train covers the 400 miles (644 km) distance in 9h 19m.
Distance 400 miles (644 km) |
Average train duration 10h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€57) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 9h 19m |
First train 04:14 |
Last train 16:22 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Copenhagen Central Station to Cologne Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Copenhagen Central Station and Cologne Hbf from $36 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Cologne Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen Central Station to Cologne Hbf 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 Cologne Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Copenhagen Central Station to Cologne Hbf
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
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