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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Cologne
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€129
Fastest journey
8 h 34 m
Average duration
8 h 37 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
536 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Cologne will cost around €129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
It's difficult to get from Prague to Cologne without transferring at least once.
EC 458 · ICE 699 · IC 604026:31 PM11h13Prague hlavní nádraží5:44 AMCologne Hbf€351One-way2 transfers- EX 350 · ICE 6185:35 PM12h29Prague hlavní nádraží6:04 AMCologne Hbf€381One-way1 transfer
- RJ 386 · ICE 9214:31 PM10h38Prague hlavní nádraží3:09 AMCologne Hbf€451One-way1 transfer
- RJ 478 · ICE 95612:33 AM9h39Prague hlavní nádraží10:12 AMCologne Hbf€451One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus+
FlixTrain9:30 AM12h10Praha, ÚAN Florenc9:40 PMCologne Hbf€501One-way2 transfers
- RJ 174 · ICE 5522:41 PM8h34Prague-Holešovice11:15 PMCologne Hbf€701One-way1 transfer
rj 174 · ICE 5522:41 PM8h34Prague-Holešovice11:15 PMCologne Hbf€1061One-way1 transfer- EX 358 · 3568 · ICE 6249:35 AM8h39Prague hlavní nádraží6:14 PMCologne Messe/Deutz€1471One-way2 transfers
- EX 354 · 3576 · ICE 5261:35 PM8h39Prague hlavní nádraží10:14 PMCologne Messe/Deutz€541One-way2 transfers
- EX 362 · 3560 · ICE 7225:35 AM8h39Prague hlavní nádraží2:14 PMCologne Messe/Deutz€601One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Prague to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €104.
Distance: 536 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€76 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest | €360 Average price |
9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 6m Average total duration 9h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company | Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Prague to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Cologne trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NJ 456 · ICE 1654 · ICE 314 | Delayed 1:23 AM 3:14 AMPrague hlavní nádraží | 9h34 | 12:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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| rj 478 · ICE 956 | On time 12:33 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h39 | 10:12 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 478 · ICE 956 | On time 12:33 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h39 | 10:12 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 2:00 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 11h41 | 1:41 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| EX 362 · 3560 · ICE 722 | On time 5:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h39 | 2:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| EC 362 · R 3560 · ICE 722 | On time 5:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h39 | 2:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 384 · ICE 650 | Delayed 6:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h44 | 1:45 PM 1:45 PMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| rj 384 · ICE 650 | Delayed 6:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h44 | 1:45 PM 1:45 PMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| EX 360 · 3564 · ICE 628 | On time 7:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h39 | 4:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| EC 360 · R 3564 · ICE 628 | On time 7:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h39 | 4:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 178 · ICE 558 | Delayed 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h44 | 3:45 PM 3:45 PMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| rj 178 · ICE 558 | Delayed 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h44 | 3:45 PM 3:45 PMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 178 · ICE 548 · 17425 | On time 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h07 | 5:38 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 9:30 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 12h10 | 9:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| EX 358 · 3568 · ICE 624 | On time 9:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h39 | 6:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| EC 358 · R 3568 · ICE 624 | On time 9:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h39 | 6:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 382 · ICE 556 | Delayed 10:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h44 | 5:45 PM 5:45 PMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| rj 382 · ICE 556 | Delayed 10:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h44 | 5:45 PM 5:45 PMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 382 · ICE 546 | On time 10:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h04 | 7:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| EC 356 · R 3572 · ICE 620 | On time 11:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h39 | 8:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| EX 356 · 3572 · ICE 620 | On time 11:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h39 | 8:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 176 · ICE 554 | Delayed 12:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h43 | 7:29 PM 7:29 PMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| rj 176 · ICE 554 | Delayed 12:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h43 | 7:29 PM 7:29 PMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| R 688 · Os 28009 · S1 · ICE 1554 | On time 12:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h18 | 10:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| EX 354 · 3576 · ICE 526 | On time 1:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h39 | 10:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| EX 354 · ICE 510 | On time 1:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h35 | 12:10 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| EC 354 · R 3576 · ICE 526 | On time 1:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h39 | 10:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 174 · ICE 552 | Delayed 2:41 PM Prague-Holešovice | 8h34 | 9:30 PM 9:30 PMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| rj 174 · ICE 552 | Delayed 2:41 PM Prague-Holešovice | 8h34 | 9:30 PM 9:30 PMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| EX 352 · 3580 · ICE 522 · ICE 920 | On time 3:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h30 | 2:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EX 352 · 3580 · ICE 522 | On time 3:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h56 | 12:31 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| EC 352 · R 3580 · ICE 522 | On time 3:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h56 | 12:31 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 386 · ICE 921 | Delayed 4:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h38 | 1:15 AM 1:15 AMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| EX 350 · ICE 618 | On time 5:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 12h29 | 6:04 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| EC 458 · ICE 699 · IC 60402 | On time 6:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 11h13 | 5:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| EC 458 · ICE 616 | On time 6:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 13h34 | 8:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| EC 458 · ICE 699 · IC 60402 | On time 6:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 11h13 | 5:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prague to Cologne
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Trains from Prague to Cologne run on average 13 times per day, taking around 9h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €30 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 536 km distance in 8h 39m.
Distance 536 km |
Average train duration 9h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 8h 39m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, České dráhy, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD) from Prague to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn, České dráhy, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD) trains will get you between Prague and Cologne from €30. 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.
FlixTrain
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
České dráhy
České dráhy (ČD)
FAQs: Trains from Prague to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague 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
Popular train stations from Prague to Cologne
Most Prague to Cologne trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz. Use this guide to compare Prague and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Prague station do trains to Cologne leave from?
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including 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, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Getting to Praha Masarykovo Nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
Getting to Praha-Holesovice from Prague city centre
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice train station facilities and services
Praha-Holesovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
Which Cologne station do trains from Prague 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 Süd from Cologne city centre
Köln Süd is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Süd train station facilities and services
Köln Süd 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: Subway, Ganesha, Magnus, Borsalino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Süd. ATMs are available at Köln Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Süd. Information desks are available at Köln Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Chelsea, Hotel Mado, Elite Hotel, Blacksheep Hostel.
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