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Compare coach, train and flight for Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £316.
Distance: 247 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf
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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:21, the last at 09:45. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 3h 28m.
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 247 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 01:21 |
Last train 09:45 |
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
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Hildesheim Hbf from £17. 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
3h 41m
Cheapest Price
£17
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: Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim 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 Hildesheim Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train journey from Köln Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through picturesque areas like the Rhine Valley and Lower Saxony's countryside, providing a pleasant view for travellers.
The cost of a train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £53.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf is by train, costing approximately £17.
A day trip from Köln Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf is not feasible due to the travel time of 3h 28m. However, trains operate 8 times per day over a distance of 247 km.
The train distance from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf is 247 km.
The last train from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf departs at 9:45.
Booking trains from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
There is no night train service from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf.
The train journey from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf covers a distance of 247 km and takes approximately 3h 28m. Trains run 8 per day.
The first train from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf leaves at 1:21.
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf.
To get from Cologne Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Hbf and Hildesheim Hbf
Cologne
Hildesheim
The major train station for departures in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your trip from Cologne to Hildesheim.
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.
The major train station for arrivals in Hildesheim is Hildesheim Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hildesheim Hbf for your journey to Hildesheim from Cologne.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 15:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Übersee
- Amadeus
- Stern Döner
- Dorado
Hotel
- Stadtresidenz
- Hotel Bürgermeisterkapelle
- 1891 Boutique Hotel
- Van der Valk
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