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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockholm to Cologne
Cheapest price
€153
Average price
€153
Fastest journey
17 h 15 m
Average duration
17 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1168 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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm to Cologne will cost around €153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €153.
It's difficult to get from Stockholm to Cologne without transferring at least once.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Stockholm to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 2.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, and a flight costs an average of €27.
Distance: 1168 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€156 Average price | €235 Average price | €113 Average price Cheapest |
16h 42m Average total duration 16h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 33m Average total duration 23h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 3.5 - 7.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stockholm to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm to Cologne trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:34 PM Stockholm | 17h15 | 10:49 AM Cologne | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockholm to Cologne
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Trains from Stockholm to Cologne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 16h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €156 but you can travel from only €27 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 1168 km distance in 16h 12m.
Distance 1168 km |
Average train duration 16h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €156 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 16h 12m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:30 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SJ, Snälltåget, EuroNight, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Stockholm to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn, SJ, Snälltåget, EuroNight, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Stockholm and Cologne from €27. 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.
SJ
Snälltåget
EuroNight
Swedish Railways (SJ)
FAQs: Trains from Stockholm to Cologne
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.
When departing from Stockholm, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Stockholm Central Station, Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) and Odenplan City Line station. When arriving in Cologne, you can end your route in train stations like Cologne Hbf, Cologne Messe/Deutz and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Stockholm Central Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Cologne Hbf, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.
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Popular train stations from Stockholm to Cologne
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
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