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Pokrajinski muzej Maribor
Regional museum inside Maribor Castle covering archaeology, applied arts, fashion and local history in a grand historic setting.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£116
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£116
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
12 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
12 h 28 m
Trains on 19 Sept
1
Distance
801 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Maribor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Maribor will cost around £116 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £116.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 1 trains from Cologne to Maribor, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 801 km distance in an average of 12 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 28 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.


Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Maribor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £75 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £75, while a flight costs an average of £407.
Distance: 801 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£110 Average Price | £75 Average Price Cheapest | £407 Average Price | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 9m Average total duration 11h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 20m Average total duration 14h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Maribor:
A coach is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Maribor costing on average £110.
A coach is £331 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Maribor costing on average £407.
Other travel options to Maribor take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 39m.
Coach takes on average 14h 50m.
Tickets start at around £110 compared to roughly £51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-58.77. The journey takes 11h 39m versus 9h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Maribor trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:58 Cologne | 12h28 | 19:26 Maribor | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Cologne to Maribor run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £51 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 801 km distance in 10h 25m.
Distance 801 km |
Average train duration 11h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 10h 25m |
First train 1:30 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Discover the best of Maribor — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Maribor trip today.
Regional museum inside Maribor Castle covering archaeology, applied arts, fashion and local history in a grand historic setting.
Main city art museum with Slovenian modern and contemporary works, temporary exhibitions and a strong programme in historic premises.
Small synagogue museum interpreting Jewish heritage in Maribor through exhibitions, events and one of the city’s key medieval buildings.
The historic main square framed by notable buildings, terraces and events, making it a natural starting point for exploring the old centre.
Revitalised riverside district by the Drava with promenades, heritage buildings and easy access to key sights and evening walks.
Central city park with broad lawns, ponds, mature trees and pleasant paths, popular for relaxed walks close to the old town.
Štajerska sour soup with pork, potatoes and sour cream, long linked to the Styrian countryside and often served after celebrations.
Thin buckwheat pancakes, traditionally rolled or layered with walnut filling. A classic Slovenian dish popular across Styria.
Roasted potatoes tossed with cracklings or lard and onion. It is one of Slovenia’s best-known traditional side dishes, common in Maribor.
Refined dining in the city centre with seasonal Slovenian ingredients, polished service and a calm contemporary atmosphere.
Traditional Slovenian inn near the old quarter, known for hearty regional dishes, local wine and a warm rustic setting.
Established restaurant in Lent serving fish, meat and Slovenian classics with Drava river views and an elegant relaxed feel.
Moderate for Slovenia: meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels cost less than in Ljubljana. Local buses are cheap, making city breaks good value.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Avtobusna postaja Maribor -> Glavni trg, Maribor
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Maribor 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 Maribor, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Maribor trains use the Köln Hbf to Maribor station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Maribor train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Maribor is 1 km from Maribor city centre. Public transport options include:
Maribor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Pri Florjanu, Gostilna Maribor
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Maribor. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Maribor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maribor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maribor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maribor: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel City Maribor, Hotel Orel, Hotel Piramida.
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