How much is the train ticket from Augsburg to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Augsburg to Cologne start from R 431. The average price for this train route is around R 1 854. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Augsburg to Cologne?

The average train journey time from Augsburg to Cologne is 4h 18m, covering a distance of 403 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 31m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators serve the Augsburg to Cologne route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 36 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Augsburg to Cologne?

The earliest train from Augsburg to Cologne departs at 06:04. And the latest train departs at 21:50.

Which is the best train operator from Augsburg to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Augsburg to Cologne?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Augsburg to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Augsburg to Cologne?

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.

Train Augsburg to Cologne from R 370 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Augsburg to Cologne on 5 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	Train	23:17	Augsburg central train station	6h 43m	06:00	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Cheapest
	Train	18:48	Augsburg central train station	3h 47m	22:35	Hbf	Fastest
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	Train	18:48	Augsburg central train station	4h 1m	22:49	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	18:48	Augsburg central train station	5h 23m	00:11	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	Train	23:17	Augsburg central train station	6h 43m	06:00	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Augsburg to Cologne on 6 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:38	Augsburg central train station	6h 24m	02:02	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Cheapest
	Train	06:48	Augsburg central train station	3h 45m	10:33	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	Train	06:04	Augsburg central train station	4h 10m	10:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	Train	06:48	Augsburg central train station	5h 31m	12:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	Train	12:48	Augsburg central train station	5h 45m	18:33	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Augsburg to Cologne on 8 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	20:01	Augsburg central train station	5h 12m	01:13	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	06:48	Augsburg central train station	3h 41m	10:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	Train	06:04	Augsburg central train station	4h 10m	10:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	Train	06:48	Augsburg central train station	5h 31m	12:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + MittelrheinBahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	19:33	Augsburg central train station	7h 40m	03:13	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Augsburg to Cologne on 9 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	20:01	Augsburg central train station	4h 9m	00:10	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	06:48	Augsburg central train station	3h 41m	10:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	Train	06:04	Augsburg central train station	4h 10m	10:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	Train	06:48	Augsburg central train station	5h 31m	12:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	Train	20:01	Augsburg central train station	4h 23m	00:24	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Augsburg to Cologne on 10 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	20:01	Augsburg central train station	4h 56m	00:57	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	06:48	Augsburg central train station	3h 41m	10:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	Train	06:04	Augsburg central train station	4h 10m	10:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	Train	06:48	Augsburg central train station	5h 31m	12:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + MittelrheinBahn	Train	20:01	Augsburg central train station	5h 7m	01:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Augsburg to Cologne on 12 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	Train	21:17	Augsburg central train station	8h 43m	06:00	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Cheapest
	Train	06:48	Augsburg central train station	3h 41m	10:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	Train	06:04	Augsburg central train station	4h 10m	10:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	Train	06:48	Augsburg central train station	5h 31m	12:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	Train	21:17	Augsburg central train station	8h 43m	06:00	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Augsburg to Cologne

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 4 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just R 431, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36train per day

4h 18mAverage duration

403 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 547 - R 1 481	Average duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 431 - R 5 065	Average duration4h 18m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Augsburg and Cologne?

Augsburg

A
Augsburg central train station
Bahnhofstraße 29, 86150 Augsburg, Germany
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B
P+R Platz Oberhausen Nord Bushaltestelle
Diedorfer Straße 12, 86154 Augsburg, Germany
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Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi3.4

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Augsburg to Cologne by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Augsburg to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Augsburg to Cologne start from R 431. The average price for this train route is around R 1 854. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Augsburg to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Augsburg to Cologne is 4h 18m, covering a distance of 403 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 31m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Augsburg to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 36 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Augsburg to Cologne?
The earliest train from Augsburg to Cologne departs at 06:04. And the latest train departs at 21:50.
Which is the best train operator from Augsburg to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Augsburg to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Augsburg to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Augsburg to Cologne?
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.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/06

R 771

04/06

R 1 053

Today

R 1 094

06/06

R 1 134

07/06

R 1 131

08/06

R 768

09/06

R 970

10/06

R 768

The cheapest trip from Augsburg to Cologne was searched and found on 08 Jun 2026 with a price of R 768

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

You can expect to pay from R 768 to R 4 706 for a train ticket from Augsburg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 768, which is on 2026-06-08.