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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 €39. 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 €39, and a flight costs an average of €70.
Distance: 251 miles (405 km)
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€104 Average price | €143 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m 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* |
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Compare prices and tickets Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $93 (€76) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:38, the last at 08:38. The fastest train covers the 251 miles (405 km) distance in 5h 27m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $48 (€39)
Distance 251 miles (405 km) |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€76) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 06:38 |
Last train 08:38 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $48 (€39)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Cologne Hbf from $48 (€39). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 28m
Cheapest Price
$61 (€50)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport 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.
Yes, the train journey from Zurich Airport to Köln Hbf is scenic, offering views of the picturesque Swiss countryside, rolling hills, charming villages, and stretches along the Rhine River, enhancing the travel experience.
The distance by train from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf is 251 miles (405 km).
A day trip from Zurich Airport to Köln Hbf is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 27m. Trains run 8 times per day over a distance of 251 miles (405 km).
The train from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf takes 5h 27m and runs 8 per day.
The last train from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf leaves at 8:38 AM.
Train ticket prices from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $93 (€76), while the average price is around $127 (€104).
The cheapest way to get from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf is by bus, with a cost of around $48 (€39).
There is no direct train service currently available from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf.
The first train from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf leaves at 6:38 AM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf.
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich Airport to Cologne Hbf
Zurich
Cologne
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
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