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Museum Ludwig
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for Pop Art, Picasso works, and a strong international collection.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trier Hbf 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 Trier Hbf to Cologne Hbf will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 34 trains that leave Trier Hbf for Cologne Hbf on Fri, Jun 19, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4137 · ICE 920
5107
4105 · IC 2241
4135 · ICE 22
4133 · IC 2347
4113 · IC 1947
4109 · ICE 1049
4111 · ICE 1020
4131 · ICE 24
5107Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trier Hbf to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 83 miles (134 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Trier Hbf to Cologne Hbf:
A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trier Hbf to Cologne Hbf costing on average $41 (€34).
Other travel options to Cologne Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 40m.
Tickets start at around $41 (€34) compared to roughly $27 (€22) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-14.57 (€-11.94). The journey takes 2h 40m versus 2h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Trier Hbf to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4131 · ICE 24 | Delayed 7:31 PM Trier Hbf | 2h34 | 8:13 PM 8:13 PMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4133 · IC 2347 | On time 8:31 PM Trier Hbf | 2h35 | 11:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
4101 · 28506 | 4:10 AM Trier Hbf | 3h18 | 7:28 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4103 · 28508 | 5:10 AM Trier Hbf | 3h18 | 8:28 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
10006 | 5:36 AM Trier Hbf | 3h03 | 8:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4105 · IC 2241 | On time 6:10 AM Trier Hbf | 2h56 | 9:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
10008 | 6:36 AM Trier Hbf | 3h03 | 9:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
5107 | 7:09 AM Trier Hbf | 2h34 | 9:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4107 · ICE 1022 | On time 7:31 AM Trier Hbf | 2h35 | 10:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
10010 | 7:36 AM Trier Hbf | 3h03 | 10:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4109 · ICE 1049 | On time 8:31 AM Trier Hbf | 2h34 | 11:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
10012 | 8:36 AM Trier Hbf | 3h03 | 11:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4111 · ICE 1020 | On time 9:31 AM Trier Hbf | 2h34 | 12:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
10014 | 9:36 AM Trier Hbf | 3h03 | 12:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4113 · IC 1947 | On time 10:31 AM Trier Hbf | 2h34 | 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
10018 | 10:36 AM Trier Hbf | 3h03 | 1:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4115 · ICE 926 | On time 11:31 AM Trier Hbf | 2h34 | 2:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
10022 | 11:36 AM Trier Hbf | 3h03 | 2:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4117 · ICE 1645 | On time 12:31 PM Trier Hbf | 2h34 | 3:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
10024 | 12:36 PM Trier Hbf | 3h03 | 3:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4119 · ICE 228 | On time 1:31 PM Trier Hbf | 2h35 | 4:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
10028 | 1:36 PM Trier Hbf | 3h03 | 4:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4121 · IC 2012 | On time 2:31 PM Trier Hbf | 2h35 | 5:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
10030 | 2:36 PM Trier Hbf | 3h03 | 5:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4123 · ICE 28 | 3:31 PM Trier Hbf | 2h35 | 6:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
10032 | 3:36 PM Trier Hbf | 3h03 | 6:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4125 · IC 1941 | On time 4:31 PM Trier Hbf | 2h34 | 7:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
10036 | 4:36 PM Trier Hbf | 3h03 | 7:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4127 · ICE 26 | On time 5:31 PM Trier Hbf | 2h35 | 8:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
10038 | 5:36 PM Trier Hbf | 3h03 | 8:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4129 · ICE 1649 | On time 6:31 PM Trier Hbf | 2h35 | 9:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Trier Hbf to Cologne Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 18:31. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (134 km) distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 83 miles (134 km) |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 6:31 PM |
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Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for Pop Art, Picasso works, and a strong international collection.
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Leading fine arts museum with important medieval, Baroque, and 19th-century paintings, offering one of Cologne’s strongest classic art collections.
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Wide riverside steps and promenade on the right bank, famous for postcard views back toward the cathedral skyline.
Historic Old Town square lined with traditional facades and lively public life, ideal for absorbing the classic Cologne atmosphere.
The city’s signature top-fermented beer, traditionally served in small cylindrical glasses. It is central to Cologne’s brewing culture and best enjoyed in a classic brauhaus.
A classic Cologne snack of rye roll, Gouda cheese, mustard, onions, and pickles. Despite the name, it contains no chicken and is a staple in local beer halls.
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Established traditional brewery restaurant in the old town, popular for authentic Cologne specialties, Kölsch, and rustic historic atmosphere.
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A long-established restaurant by the Rhine, especially known for pork knuckle and hearty German fare in a traditional, tourist-friendly setting.
Moderate by German standards. Budget eats are easy to find, but hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxis. Small tips are optional in cafes and bars.
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