The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice Mestre to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price
£256
Average price
£256
Fastest journey
14 h 16 m
Average duration
14 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
722 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Mestre to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice Mestre to Cologne Hbf will cost around £256 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £256.
Of the 1 trains that leave Venice Mestre for Cologne Hbf 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 722 km distance in an average of 14 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 h 16 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, flight and train for Venice Mestre to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice Mestre to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, and a train costs an average of £83.
Distance: 722 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£161 Average Price | £131 Average Price | £81 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 9m Average total duration 11h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 45m Average total duration 21h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice Mestre to Cologne Hbf
Trains from Venice Mestre to Cologne Hbf run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £83 but you can travel from only £37 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 09:13, the last at 09:13. The fastest train covers the 722 km distance in 12h 53m.
Distance 722 km |
Average train duration 11h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £83 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 12h 53m |
First train 09:13 |
Last train 09:13 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Trenitalia from Venice Mestre to Cologne Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Trenitalia trains will get you between Venice Mestre and Cologne Hbf from £37. 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.
Trenitalia
FAQs: Venice Mestre to Cologne Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice Mestre to Cologne Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Venice Mestre and Cologne Hbf
- 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
- 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.
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