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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Venice Mestre
Cheapest price
£221
Average price
£276
Fastest journey
11 h 41 m
Average duration
12 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
722 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Venice Mestre 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 Venice Mestre will cost around £276 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £221.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Venice Mestre every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 722 km distance in an average of 12 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 h 23 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Cologne Hbf to Venice Mestre
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Venice Mestre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a flight costs an average of £24.
Distance: 722 km
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£98 Average Price | £128 Average Price | £76 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 56m Average total duration 11h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 25m Average total duration 14h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Venice Mestre train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Venice Mestre trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:49 Cologne Hbf | 14h23 | 16:12 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03:48 Cologne Hbf | 12h24 | 16:12 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:31 Cologne Hbf | 11h41 | 16:12 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Venice Mestre
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Italy
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Venice Mestre run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 05:01. The fastest train covers the 722 km distance in 12h 24m.
Distance 722 km |
Average train duration 11h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 12h 24m |
First train 01:56 |
Last train 05:01 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn from Cologne Hbf to Venice Mestre trainsTrenitalia, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Venice Mestre from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia
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 Venice Mestre train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Venice Mestre 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 Venice Mestre, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Hbf and Venice Mestre
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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.
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
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