The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockholm to Cologne
Cheapest price
£132
Average price
£132
Fastest journey
18 h 57 m
Average duration
18 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1622 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm to Cologne will cost around £132 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £132.
To travel from Stockholm to Cologne you need to make at least one change.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Stockholm to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £140. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £140, and a coach costs an average of £124.
Distance: 1622 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£140 Average Price Cheapest | £142 Average Price | £160 Average Price |
17h 14m Average total duration 16h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration Fastest 5h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 44h 56m Average total duration 44h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stockholm to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm to Cologne trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:05 Stockholm | 18h57 | 03:02 Köln Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockholm to Cologne
Trains from Stockholm to Cologne run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £140 but you can travel from only £69 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 17:34, the last at 17:34. The fastest train covers the 1622 km distance in 16h 12m.
Distance 1622 km |
Average train duration 16h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £140 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 16h 12m |
First train 17:34 |
Last train 17:34 |
Train companies: Swedish Railways (SJ) from Stockholm to Cologne trainsSwedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Stockholm and Cologne from £69. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Swedish Railways (SJ)
FAQs: Stockholm to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm 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.

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