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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Cologne
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
4 h 46 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Cologne will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
Of the 2 trains that leave Zurich for Cologne every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 225 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 46 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.
13:334h46Zurich18:19Cologne£601One-way0 changes- 9:334h46Zurich14:19Cologne£651One-way0 changes
- 9:334h46Zurich14:19Cologne£651One-way0 changes
- 13:334h46Zurich18:19Cologne£601One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach for Zurich to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a flight costs an average of £77.
Distance: 225 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£69 Average Price | £176 Average Price | £67 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 38m Average total duration 9h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 58m Average total duration 14h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Cologne trains for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:33 Zurich | 5h46 | 23:19 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 5 May | |||||
| 9:33 Zurich | 4h46 | 14:19 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Cologne
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Trains from Zurich to Cologne run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 18:20. The fastest train covers the 225 km distance in 4h 46m.
Distance 225 km |
Average train duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 46m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 18:20 |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: ÖBB | Nightjet from Zurich to Cologne trainsÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Zurich and Cologne from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Nightjet
FAQs: Zurich to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zurich and Cologne
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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