The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Halle(Saale) Hbf
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
6 h 51 m
Average duration
6 h 52 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Halle(Saale) Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Halle(Saale) Hbf will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
To travel from Cologne Hbf to Halle(Saale) Hbf you need to make at least one change.
FlixTrain · FlixTrain12:146h53Cologne Hbf19:07Halle(Saale) Hbf£311One-way1 change
FlixTrain · FlixTrain8:146h51Cologne Hbf15:05Halle(Saale) Hbf£451One-way1 change
FlixTrain · FlixTrain8:146h51Cologne Hbf15:05Halle(Saale) Hbf£451One-way1 change
FlixTrain · FlixTrain12:146h53Cologne Hbf19:07Halle(Saale) Hbf£311One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Cologne Hbf to Halle(Saale) Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Halle(Saale) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £65.
Distance: 355 km
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£45 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £271 Average Price |
5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration 7h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Halle(Saale) Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Halle(Saale) Hbf trains for today, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 845 · IC 2443 | On time 7:26 Cologne Hbf | 5h24 | 12:50 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1713 · ICE 932 | On time 7:33 Cologne Hbf | 4h08 | 11:41 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 8:14 Cologne Hbf | 6h51 | 15:05 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 8:14 Cologne Hbf | 8h53 | 17:07 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 545 · IC 2037 | On time 8:25 Cologne Hbf | 5h28 | 13:53 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1513 · ICE 692 · ICE 1600 | On time 8:29 Cologne Hbf | 4h44 | 13:13 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 121 · ICE 930 | Delayed 7:22 9:18Cologne Hbf | 4h23 | 13:41 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 847 · IC 2441 | On time 9:26 Cologne Hbf | 5h24 | 14:50 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1225 · ICE 838 | On time 9:53 Cologne Hbf | 5h48 | 15:41 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 547 · IC 2039 | On time 10:24 Cologne Hbf | 5h29 | 15:53 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1515 · ICE 690 · ICE 1508 | On time 10:29 Cologne Hbf | 4h44 | 15:13 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1515 · ICE 838 | On time 10:29 Cologne Hbf | 5h12 | 15:41 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 12:14 Cologne Hbf | 6h53 | 19:07 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 12:14 Cologne Hbf | 6h53 | 19:07 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Halle(Saale) Hbf
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Halle(Saale) Hbf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:14, the last at 11:14. The fastest train covers the 355 km distance in 5h 23m.
Distance 355 km |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 5h 23m |
First train 6:14 |
Last train 11:14 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne Hbf to Halle(Saale) Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Halle(Saale) Hbf from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FAQs: Cologne Hbf to Halle(Saale) Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Halle(Saale) 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 Halle(Saale) Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Hbf and Halle(Saale) Hbf
- 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.
- Monday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Schweizer Hof
- Shiva
- Maxi Bistro
- Mr. Baguettkov
- Schweizer Hof
- Dorint Hotel
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