The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilhelmshaven station to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price
$102
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
5 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilhelmshaven 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 Wilhelmshaven station to Cologne Hbf will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $102.
Of the 2 trains that leave Wilhelmshaven station for Cologne Hbf on Mon, Dec 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 297 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 7 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 9 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Wilhelmshaven station to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilhelmshaven station to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €46, and a flight costs an average of €400.
Distance: 184 miles (297 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€52 Average price Cheapest | €417 Average price |
4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wilhelmshaven station to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilhelmshaven station to Cologne Hbf trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:40 AM Wilhelmshaven station | 5h07 | 1:47 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 AM Wilhelmshaven station | 5h09 | 2:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Wilhelmshaven to Cologne Hbf trains with Omio?
NordWestBahn operates all train services from Wilhelmshaven to Cologne Hbf. Omio is the only official third party seller for NordWestBahn tickets.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Wilhelmshaven to Cologne Hbf.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilhelmshaven station to Cologne Hbf
Trains from Wilhelmshaven station to Cologne Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 08:40. The fastest train covers the 184 miles (297 km) distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 184 miles (297 km) |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 06:08 |
Last train 08:40 |
Train companies: NordWestBahn from Wilhelmshaven station to Cologne Hbf trainsNordWestBahn trains will get you between Wilhelmshaven station and Cologne Hbf from $57 (€46). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Wilhelmshaven station to Cologne Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilhelmshaven 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 Wilhelmshaven station to Cologne Hbf
- China Restaurant Pacific
- Subway
- PHO
- Tayfun-Grill
- City Hotel Valois
- Atlantic Hotel
- Home
- 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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