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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
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Fastest Journey
5 h
Average
7 h 12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
413 km
It's difficult to get from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf without transferring at least once.
Distance | 255 miles (412 km) | |
Average train duration | 5 h 5 min | |
Average train ticket price | $78 (€70) | |
Train frequency | 2 a day | |
Direct train | Yes, there is 1 direct train a day | |
Train companies | ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn or Deutsche Bahn with connection |
Trains from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf cover the 255 miles (412 km) long route taking on average 5 h 5 min with our travel partners like ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn or Deutsche Bahn with connection. Normally, there are 2 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $56 (€50), but the average price of train tickets is $78 (€70). Travelers depart most frequently from Zürich HB and arrive in Köln Hbf.
Travel between Zürich Hauptbahnhof and Cologne Hbf from $56 (€50) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular journey for you.
Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.
Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf train information with Deutsche Bahn:
Passengers board the train most frequently from Zürich HB, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Köln Hbf, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.
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