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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Hildesheim
Showing times and prices for 21 Mar
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
248 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Hildesheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Hildesheim will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
Fast trains
To travel from Cologne to Hildesheim you need to make at least one change.
ICE 847+
8346709:273h46
Cologne Hbf13:13Hildesheim Hbf
£661One-way
1 change
ICE 545+8346508:253h48
Cologne Hbf12:13Hildesheim Hbf
£761One-way
1 change
ICE 621 · ICE 37409:453h50
Cologne Messe/Deutz13:35Hildesheim Hbf
£851One-way
1 change
ICE 2509 · ICE 99208:583h38
Cologne Messe/Deutz12:36Hildesheim Hbf
£941One-way
1 change
ICE 103 · ICE 99208:543h42
Cologne Hbf12:36Hildesheim Hbf
£961One-way
1 change
ICE 2509 · ICE 99208:583h38
Cologne Messe/Deutz12:36Hildesheim Hbf
£941One-way
1 change
ICE 103 · ICE 99208:543h42
Cologne Hbf12:36Hildesheim Hbf
£961One-way
1 change
ICE 847+8346709:273h46
Cologne Hbf13:13Hildesheim Hbf
£661One-way
1 change
ICE 545+8346508:253h48
Cologne Hbf12:13Hildesheim Hbf
£761One-way
1 change
ICE 621 · ICE 37409:453h50
Cologne Messe/Deutz13:35Hildesheim Hbf
£851One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach for Cologne to Hildesheim
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Hildesheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a flight costs an average of £236.
Distance: 248 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£55 Average Price | £256 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Hildesheim train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Hildesheim trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 13:10
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 545+83465 | On time 07:25 Cologne Hbf | 3h48 | 11:13 Hildesheim Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 103 · ICE 992 | On time 07:54 Cologne Hbf | 3h42 | 11:36 Hildesheim Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 2509 · ICE 992 | On time 07:58 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h38 | 11:36 Hildesheim Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 847+83467 | On time 08:27 Cologne Hbf | 3h46 | 12:13 Hildesheim Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 621 · ICE 374 | On time 08:45 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h50 | 12:35 Hildesheim Hbf | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Hildesheim
GermanyGermany
Trains from Cologne to Hildesheim run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 248 km distance in 3h 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
Distance 248 km |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:55 |
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 to Hildesheim trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne and Hildesheim from £23. 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
£25
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 to Hildesheim train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Hildesheim 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Cologne to Hildesheim can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £55.
The train journey from Cologne to Hildesheim covers a distance of 248 km and takes approximately 3h 27m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Cologne to Hildesheim is 248 km.
The first train from Cologne to Hildesheim leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Cologne to Hildesheim departs at 23:55.
Trains from Cologne to Hildesheim run approximately 7 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cologne to Hildesheim.
To get from Cologne to Hildesheim, you can choose from several travel options including train, flight and coach.
There is no night train service from Cologne to Hildesheim.
The train station in Cologne that goes to Hildesheim is Cologne Hbf, and it arrives at Hildesheim Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Hildesheim is by train, costing approximately £23.
Booking trains from Cologne to Hildesheim in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cologne to Hildesheim offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes. Travellers can enjoy views of the Rhine River, picturesque villages, and rolling hills, especially around the Lower Saxony region, making for a moderately scenic ride.
A day trip from Cologne to Hildesheim is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 27m. However, there are 8 trains per day covering the 248 km.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Hildesheim allows you to explore its historical sites, including the UNESCO-listed St. Mary's Cathedral and St. Michael's Church, as well as enjoy the local culture and cuisine.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne to Hildesheim.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Hildesheim
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.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
Köln Messe/Deutz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
Hotel
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
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
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Dining
- Bambus
- Deseo
- Amadeus
- Goldmarie
Hotel
- Stadtresidenz
- M & A City Hotel
- Hotel Bürgermeisterkapelle
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