Train from Darmstadt to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Darmstadt to Cologne on 26 January
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Darmstadt Central Station
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Darmstadt Central Station
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Darmstadt Central Station
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Darmstadt Central Station
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Darmstadt Central Station
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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 hour 37 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1h 37mAverage duration
104 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£12 - £29Average duration2h 10m
4kg CO₂e
Average price£20 - £73Average duration1h 37m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£9 - £24Average duration2h
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Darmstadt to Cologne by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Darmstadt to Cologne?

    The cheapest train tickets from Darmstadt to Cologne start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £50. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Darmstadt to Cologne?

    The average train journey time from Darmstadt to Cologne is 1h 37m, covering a distance of 104 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 37m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Darmstadt to Cologne route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Darmstadt to Cologne?

    The earliest train from Darmstadt to Cologne departs at 06:37. And the latest train departs at 18:34.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Darmstadt to Cologne was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of £19

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Darmstadt to Cologne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £19 to £84 for a train ticket from Darmstadt to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2026-01-29.

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