Train from Cologne to Emden: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Cologne to Emden on 25 January
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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Emden. The journey takes about 3 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just €28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
3h 39mAverage duration
271 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€45 - €45Average duration11h 50m
7kg CO₂e
Average price€28 - €78Average duration3h 39m
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Emden 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 Cologne to Emden?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Emden start from €28. The average price for this train route is around €40. 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 Cologne to Emden?

    The average train journey time from Cologne to Emden is 3h 39m, covering a distance of 271 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 34m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest train from Cologne to Emden departs at 07:41. And the latest train departs at 13:46.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Emden?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Emden?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cologne to Emden?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Emden?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Emden?

busbud logoThe Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Cologne and Emden is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost €40 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from €28. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Emden, choose the train, as it will take you from Cologne to Emden in about 3h 39m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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