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Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne train

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Cheap train tickets from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne

Showing times and prices for Apr 01

Cheapest

€24

Average

€29

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

Deutsche Bahn

06:05PMRothenburg ob der Tauber5h00 11:05PMCologne

0 transfers

€241One-way

Deutsche Bahn

07:05PMRothenburg ob der Tauber6h00 01:05AMCologne

0 transfers

€241One-way

Deutsche Bahn with connection

10:05PMRothenburg ob der Tauber9h00 07:05AMCologne

0 transfers

€391One-way

Train schedule from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne

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Deutsche Bahn

06:05PMRothenburg ob der Tauber5h00 11:05PMCologne

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Deutsche Bahn

07:05PMRothenburg ob der Tauber6h00 01:05AMCologne

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Deutsche Bahn with connection

10:05PMRothenburg ob der Tauber9h00 07:05AMCologne

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Fastest train times from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne

Showing times and prices for Apr 01

Fastest Journey

5 h

Average

6 h 40 m

Trains per day

Distance

288 km

Of the 3 trains that leave Rothenburg ob der Tauber for Cologne every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Deutsche Bahn

06:05PMRothenburg ob der Tauber5h00 11:05PMCologne

0 transfers

€241One-way

Deutsche Bahn

07:05PMRothenburg ob der Tauber6h00 01:05AMCologne

0 transfers

€241One-way

Deutsche Bahn with connection

10:05PMRothenburg ob der Tauber9h00 07:05AMCologne

0 transfers

€391One-way

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Overview: Train from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne

	Distance	179 miles (288 km)
	Average train duration	5 h 3 min
	Average train ticket price	$38 (€33)
	Train frequency	13 a day
	Direct train	No
	Train providers	Deutsche Bahn

Trains from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne cover the 179 miles (288 km) long journey taking on average 5 h 3 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn. Normally, there are 13 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $28 (€24), but the average price of train tickets is $38 (€33). Travelers depart most frequently from Rothenburg ob der Tauber and arrive in Köln Hbf.

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne trains

You can travel by train between Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Cologne with Deutsche Bahn for as low as $28 (€24). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

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 Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne train.

Deutsche Bahn from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 14 min
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 13 a day

Travel Tips: Trains from Rothenburg ob der Tauber 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 Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne.

Cheap train tickets from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne can start from as little as $28 (€24) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne is $38 (€33); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne train time is 5 h 3 min covering the 179 mile (288 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne leaves at 4: 40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne leaves at 10: 05 PM.

There are 13 trains a day from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 05 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Rothenburg ob der Tauber, which is located around 0.3 miles (464 m) 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.

The cheapest month to travel from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne by train is January.

However, you have options as you can travel to Cologne from Rothenburg ob der Tauber 2 different ways: flight or train.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Cologne

The major railway station for departures from Rothenburg ob der Tauber is Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rothenburg ob der Tauber for your journey between Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Cologne.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bahnhofstr. 12, 91541 Rothenburg ob der Tauber

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