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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Eindhoven
Cheapest price on Sep 26
€39
Average ticket price on Sep 26
€47
Fastest journey on Sep 26
2 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 26
2 h 16 m
Trains on Sep 26
25
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Eindhoven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Eindhoven will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Eindhoven without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 224 · IC 29776:49 PM3h09Cologne Hbf9:58 PMEindhoven station€391One-way1 transfer- 10606 · 20068 · IC 35368:25 AM2h16Cologne Hbf10:41 AMEindhoven station€421One-way2 transfers
- 10608 · 20070 · IC 35409:25 AM2h16Cologne Hbf11:41 AMEindhoven station€421One-way2 transfers
- 10610 · 20072 · IC 354410:25 AM2h16Cologne Hbf12:41 PMEindhoven station€421One-way2 transfers
- 10616 · 20078 · IC 35561:25 PM2h16Cologne Hbf3:41 PMEindhoven station€421One-way2 transfers
- 10606 · 20068 · IC 35368:25 AM2h16Cologne Hbf10:41 AMEindhoven station€421One-way2 transfers
- 10608 · 20070 · IC 35409:25 AM2h16Cologne Hbf11:41 AMEindhoven station€421One-way2 transfers
- 10610 · 20072 · IC 354410:25 AM2h16Cologne Hbf12:41 PMEindhoven station€421One-way2 transfers
- 10616 · 20078 · IC 35561:25 PM2h16Cologne Hbf3:41 PMEindhoven station€421One-way2 transfers
- 10614 · 20076 · IC 355212:25 PM2h16Cologne Hbf2:41 PMEindhoven station€421One-way2 transfers
Live departures
Cologne to Eindhoven train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Eindhoven trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10606 · 20068 · IC 3536 | 8:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 10:41 AM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10906 · 18924 · IC 3938 | 8:47 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h34 | 11:21 AM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10608 · 20070 · IC 3540 | 9:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 11:41 AM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10908 · 18928 · IC 3942 | 9:47 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h34 | 12:21 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10610 · 20072 · IC 3544 | 10:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 12:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10910 · 18932 · IC 3946 | 10:47 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h34 | 1:21 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10612 · 20074 · IC 3548 | 11:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 1:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10912 · 18936 · IC 3950 | 11:47 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h34 | 2:21 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10614 · 20076 · IC 3552 | 12:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 2:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10914 · 18940 · IC 3954 | 12:47 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h34 | 3:21 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10616 · 20078 · IC 3556 | 1:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 3:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10916 · 18944 · IC 3958 | 1:47 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h34 | 4:21 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10618 · 20080 · IC 3560 | 2:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 4:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10918 · 18948 · IC 3962 | 2:47 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h34 | 5:21 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10620 · 20082 · IC 3564 | 3:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 5:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10920 · 18952 · IC 3966 | 3:47 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h34 | 6:21 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10622 · 20084 · IC 3568 | 4:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 6:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10922 · 18956 · IC 3970 | 4:46 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h35 | 7:21 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 122 · IC 2769 | On time 4:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h09 | 7:58 PM Eindhoven station | 1 transfer | |
| 10624 · 20086 · IC 3572 | 5:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 7:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 10924 · 18960 · 32568 · IC 2974 | 5:47 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h45 | 8:32 PM Eindhoven station | 3 transfers | |
| 10626 · 20088 · IC 3576 | 6:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 8:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 224 · IC 2977 | 6:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h09 | 9:58 PM Eindhoven station | 1 transfer | |
| 10628 · 20090 · IC 3580 | 7:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 9:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
| 26830 · 18970 · IC 3984 · IC 2984 | 8:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h47 | 11:02 PM Eindhoven station | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Eindhoven
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Trains from Cologne to Eindhoven run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH from Cologne to Eindhoven trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH trains will get you between Cologne and Eindhoven from €6. 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.
VIAS Rail GmbH
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Eindhoven
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Eindhoven 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 Eindhoven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Eindhoven
Most Cologne to Eindhoven trains use the Köln Hbf to Eindhoven station pair, with some services arriving at Eindhoven Strijp-S. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Eindhoven train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Eindhoven leave from?
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/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.
Getting to Köln-Ehrenfeld from Cologne city centre
Köln-Ehrenfeld is 3 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln-Ehrenfeld train station facilities and services
Köln-Ehrenfeld 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: I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato, Burger King, Café Franck, Eichendorf
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. ATMs are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Information desks are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln-Ehrenfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln-Ehrenfeld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kölnotel, Black Hotels.
Which Eindhoven station do trains from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Eindhoven from Eindhoven city centre
Eindhoven train station facilities and services
Eindhoven has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant The Happiness Café, De Vooruitgang
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Eindhoven. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Eindhoven. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eindhoven: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Eindhoven: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eindhoven: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Eindhoven Centre, Pullman Eindhoven Cocagne, The Student Hotel Eindhoven.
Getting to Eindhoven Strijp-S from Eindhoven city centre
Eindhoven Strijp-S is 1 km from Eindhoven city centre. Public transport options include:
Eindhoven Strijp-S train station facilities and services
Eindhoven Strijp-S has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: MOOD Strijp S, Radio Royaal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Eindhoven Strijp-S. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eindhoven Strijp-S: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Eindhoven Strijp-S: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eindhoven Strijp-S: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Blue Collar Hotel, Inntel Hotels Art Eindhoven, Hotel the Match.
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