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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Trier to Cologne
Cheapest price
€59
Average price
€63
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trier to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trier to Cologne will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.
It's difficult to get from Trier to Cologne without transferring at least once.
RE 5109 · IC 1749RE 5117 · IC 1745RE 5113 · IC 1747RE 5111 · ICE 1020RE 5115 · ICE 928RE 5109 · IC 1749RE 5117 · IC 1745RE 5113 · IC 1747RE 5111 · ICE 1020RE 5115 · ICE 928
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Trier to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trier to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 133 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€40 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Trier to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Trier to Cologne trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:31 PM Trier | 3h34 | 12:05 AM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 5 | |||||
| RE 5109 · IC 1749 | On time 7:31 AM Trier Hbf | 2h35 | 10:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 5111 · ICE 1020 | On time 8:31 AM Trier Hbf | 2h35 | 11:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 5113 · IC 1747 | On time 9:31 AM Trier Hbf | 2h35 | 12:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 5115 · ICE 928 | On time 10:31 AM Trier Hbf | 2h35 | 1:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 5117 · IC 1745 | On time 11:31 AM Trier Hbf | 2h35 | 2:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Trier to Cologne
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Trains from Trier to Cologne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 133 km distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 133 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Trier to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Trier and Cologne from €9. 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.
FAQs: Trains from Trier to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trier 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 Trier, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Trier Hbf and Bahnhof Trier-Süd. When arriving in Cologne, you can end your journey in train stations like Cologne Hbf, Cologne Messe/Deutz and Cologne Süd.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Trier Hbf, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Trier to Cologne
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- Monday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 16:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Nordsee
- Patat Haus
- Ratskeller
- Zur Steipe
- Hotel Vinum
- Casa Chiara
- Mercure
- Park Plaza Hotel Trier
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- Ehranger Hof
- Zur Kanzel
- Aktas
- Café International
- Ehranger Hof
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation 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- I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato
- Burger King
- Café Franck
- Eichendorf
- Kölnotel
- Black Hotels
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
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