Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf

Showing times and prices for Jul 21

Cheapest price

$151

Average price

$151

Fastest journey

7 h 27 m

Average duration

7 h 27 m

Trains per day

Distance

405 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport 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 Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf will cost around $151 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $151.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Cologne Hbf on Mon, Jul 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 21 the direct trains cover the 405 km distance in an average of 7 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 27 m .

On Mon, Jul 21 the slowest trains will take 7 h 27 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.

07:38AM7h27

Zurich Airport

03:05PMCologne Hbf

$1511One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €70.

Distance: 251 miles (405 km)

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Most popular Train	Flight	Bus
€63 Average price	€131 Average price	€38 Average price Cheapest
6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf

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Trains from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

251 miles (405 km)

Average train duration

5h 35m

Cheapest ticket price

$37 (€30)

Trains per day

Fastest train

5h 27m

First train

06:38

Last train

08:38

Price information

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Hbf trains

Travel between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Cologne Hbf from $62 (€50) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Hbf train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 5 h 21 min
Cheapest Price: $62

FAQs: Trains from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf

FAQs: Travel by train from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf 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 Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf.

Cheap train tickets from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Hbf can start from as little as $37 (€30) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Hbf is $113 (€91); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Cologne Hbf from Zurich Airport (ZRH) is on average 6 h 27 min for the 251 mile (405 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Cologne Hbf from Zurich Airport (ZRH) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Hbf leaves at 6: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Hbf leaves at 7: 38 PM.

There are 17 trains a day from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Hbf which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the route from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Hbf you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Hbf on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 38 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Hbf is June.

You have options as you can travel between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Cologne Hbf 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.