Nijmegen to Cologne train

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Cheap train tickets from Nijmegen to Cologne

Showing times and prices for Apr 02

Cheapest

20

Average

20

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

Deutsche Bahn
08:43PMNijmegen2h02 10:45PMCologne
0 transfers
201One-way
Deutsche Bahn with connection
08:02AMNijmegen3h10 11:12AMCologne
0 transfers
201One-way
Deutsche Bahn with connection
08:25AMNijmegen3h00 11:25AMCologne
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201One-way
Deutsche Bahn
07:43AMNijmegen2h02 09:45AMCologne
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201One-way
Deutsche Bahn with connection
08:24AMNijmegen2h48 11:12AMCologne
0 transfers
221One-way

Train schedule from Nijmegen to Cologne

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Deutsche Bahn with connection
07:25AMNijmegen3h00 10:25AMCologne
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Deutsche Bahn
07:43AMNijmegen2h02 09:45AMCologne
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Deutsche Bahn with connection
08:02AMNijmegen3h10 11:12AMCologne
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Deutsche Bahn with connection
08:24AMNijmegen2h48 11:12AMCologne
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Deutsche Bahn with connection
08:25AMNijmegen3h00 11:25AMCologne
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Deutsche Bahn
08:39PMNijmegen6h01 02:40AMCologne
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Deutsche Bahn
08:43PMNijmegen2h02 10:45PMCologne
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Fastest train times from Nijmegen to Cologne

Showing times and prices for Apr 02

Fastest Journey

2 h 2 m

Average

2 h 34 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

127 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Nijmegen for Cologne every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Deutsche Bahn
08:43PMNijmegen2h02 10:45PMCologne
0 transfers
201One-way
Deutsche Bahn
07:43AMNijmegen2h02 09:45AMCologne
0 transfers
201One-way
Deutsche Bahn with connection
08:24AMNijmegen2h48 11:12AMCologne
0 transfers
221One-way
Deutsche Bahn with connection
08:25AMNijmegen3h00 11:25AMCologne
0 transfers
201One-way
Deutsche Bahn with connection
07:25AMNijmegen3h00 10:25AMCologne
0 transfers
301One-way

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Overview: Train from Nijmegen to Cologne

distanceDistance78 miles (126 km)
durationAverage train duration2 h 7 min
priceAverage train ticket price$42 (€36)
frequencyTrain frequency9 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 5 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesDeutsche Bahn or Deutsche Bahn with connection

Trains from Nijmegen to Cologne cover the 78 miles (126 km) long trip taking on average 2 h 7 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn or Deutsche Bahn with connection. Normally, there are 9 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $42 (€36), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $25 (€22). Travelers depart most frequently from Nijmegen and arrive in Köln Hbf.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Nijmegen to Cologne trains

You can travel by train from Nijmegen to Cologne with Deutsche Bahn for as low as $25 (€22). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Deutsche Bahn

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40, 000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Nijmegen to Cologne train.

Train information from Nijmegen to Cologne with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 38 min
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 1 a day

Travel Tips: Trains from Nijmegen to Cologne

Travel Tips: Travel by train 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 Nijmegen to Cologne.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Nijmegen to Cologne can start from as little as $25 (€22) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Nijmegen to Cologne is $42 (€36); 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 Nijmegen to Cologne is 2 h 7 min  to travel the 78 mile (126 km) long trip, with around there are 9 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Nijmegen to Cologne leaves at 5: 12 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner  from Omio.
The last train from Nijmegen to Cologne leaves at 9: 02 PM.
There are 9 trains a day from Nijmegen to Cologne which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or Deutsche Bahn with connection. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Nijmegen to Cologne, you can count on Deutsche Bahn or Deutsche Bahn with connection for the best way to get you to Cologne. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Nijmegen to Cologne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 02 PM.

When departing from Nijmegen, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Nijmegen, Nijmegen Goffert and Nijmegen Lent. When arriving in Cologne, you can end your trip in train stations like Köln Hbf, Köln Messe/Deutz and Köln/Bonn Flughafen.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Nijmegen, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Köln Hbf, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Cologne from Nijmegen is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 7 min each way. Check with Omio app  the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Nijmegen to Cologne by train is May.
However, you have options as you can travel from Nijmegen to Cologne 3 different ways: bus, flight or train.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Nijmegen
Cologne
Nijmegen is the most popular Nijmegen railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Nijmegen for your trip to Cologne.

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