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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Heidelberg to Cologne
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Cologne will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 7 trains that leave Heidelberg for Cologne every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 210 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 19 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.
FlixTrain · FlixTrain7:0610h37Heidelberg Hbf17:43Cologne Hbf£301One-way1 change
IC 20498:242h42Heidelberg Hbf11:06Cologne Hbf£321One-way0 changes- FlixTrain · FlixTrain11:0610h34Heidelberg Hbf21:40Cologne Hbf£471One-way1 change
- S3 · ICE 10128:431h46Heidelberg Hbf10:29Cologne Messe/Deutz£551One-way1 change
- S3 · ICE 6148:131h52Heidelberg Hbf10:05Cologne Hbf£651One-way1 change
- S3 · ICE 10128:431h46Heidelberg Hbf10:29Cologne Messe/Deutz£551One-way1 change
- S3 · ICE 6148:131h52Heidelberg Hbf10:05Cologne Hbf£651One-way1 change
- 19260 · ICE 2029:101h55Heidelberg Hbf11:05Cologne Hbf£691One-way1 change
- IC 20498:242h42Heidelberg Hbf11:06Cologne Hbf£321One-way0 changes
- ICE 1096 · ICE 1020+
245108:463h19Heidelberg Hbf12:05Cologne Hbf£771One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Heidelberg to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 5m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 210 km
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3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Heidelberg to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Cologne trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S3 · ICE 616 | On time 6:02 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h03 | 8:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| S1 · ICE 1014 | On time 6:43 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h46 | 8:29 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| S7 · ICE 204 | On time 7:09 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h56 | 9:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 614 | On time 8:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h52 | 10:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| IC 2049 | On time 8:24 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h42 | 11:06 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S3 · ICE 1012 | On time 8:43 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h46 | 10:29 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 9:00 Heidelberg Hbf | 12h40 | 21:40 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| 19260 · ICE 202 | On time 9:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h55 | 11:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 612 | On time 10:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h52 | 12:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| IC 2047 | Delayed 10:24 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h42 | 11:08 11:08Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S3 · ICE 1010 | On time 10:43 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h46 | 12:29 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| 19264 · ICE 200 | On time 11:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h55 | 13:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 610 | 12:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h52 | 14:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| IC 2045 | Delayed 12:24 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h42 | 13:08 13:08Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 1094 · ICE 918 · ICE 228 | On time 12:46 Heidelberg Hbf | 3h20 | 16:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 1094 · ICE 918 | On time 12:46 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h43 | 14:29 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| ICE 1094 · ICE 918 | On time 12:46 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h43 | 14:29 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| ICE 1094 · ICE 918 · ICE 228 | On time 12:46 Heidelberg Hbf | 3h20 | 16:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 19268 · ICE 108 | On time 13:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h55 | 15:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 518 | On time 14:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h52 | 16:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 2012 | On time 14:24 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h42 | 17:06 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S3 · ICE 916 | On time 14:42 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h47 | 16:29 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| 19272 · ICE 106 | On time 15:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h55 | 17:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 710 · ICE 28 | On time 15:20 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h46 | 18:06 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 710 | On time 15:20 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h48 | 18:08 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S3 · ICE 516 | On time 16:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h52 | 18:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| IC 2041 | On time 16:24 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h42 | 19:06 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S3 · ICE 224 · ICE 26 | 16:43 Heidelberg Hbf | 3h23 | 20:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| S3 · ICE 224 | On time 16:43 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h00 | 18:43 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| 19276 · ICE 104 | On time 17:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h55 | 19:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 514 | On time 18:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h52 | 20:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| IC 2349 | On time 18:24 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h42 | 21:06 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S3 · ICE 912 · ICE 24 | On time 18:43 Heidelberg Hbf | 3h23 | 22:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| S3 · ICE 912 | On time 18:43 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h46 | 20:29 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| 19282 · ICE 102 | On time 19:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h55 | 21:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 512 | On time 20:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h52 | 22:05 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| IC 2347 | On time 20:25 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h41 | 23:06 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S3 · ICE 910 | On time 20:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h46 | 22:30 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 910 · ICE 22 | On time 20:44 Heidelberg Hbf | 3h22 | 0:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 19286 · ICE 100 | On time 21:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h00 | 23:10 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| 19290 · ICE 510 | On time 22:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h00 | 0:10 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2 · S6 · ICE 920 | On time 22:14 Heidelberg Hbf | 3h51 | 2:05 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heidelberg to Cologne
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Trains from Heidelberg to Cologne run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 210 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 210 km |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), DB Regio Stuttgart from Heidelberg to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), DB Regio Stuttgart trains will get you between Heidelberg and Cologne from £11. 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
DB Regio Stuttgart
FAQs: Heidelberg to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Heidelberg and Cologne
Most Heidelberg to Cologne trains use the Heidelberg Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz. Use this guide to compare Heidelberg and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Heidelberg station do trains to Cologne leave from?
Getting to Heidelberg Hbf from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg Hbf train station facilities and services
Heidelberg 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 and drink
Food options include: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
Getting to Heidelberg-Altstadt from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Altstadt train station facilities and services
Heidelberg-Altstadt 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 and drink
Food options include: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
Getting to Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach is 3 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach train station facilities and services
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Dufke, Stettiner Klause, Hakim's Imbiss, KOLBEZ Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rose.
Which Cologne station do trains from Heidelberg arrive at?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
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