How much is the train ticket from Duisburg to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Duisburg to Cologne start from R 136. The average price for this train route is around R 393. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Duisburg to Cologne?

The average train journey time from Duisburg to Cologne is 39m, covering a distance of 57 km. The quickest train can get you there in 32m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Duisburg to Cologne route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 28 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , FlixBus .

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

The earliest train from Duisburg to Cologne departs at 06:07. And the latest train departs at 21:13.

Which is the best train operator from Duisburg to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

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

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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

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

Train Duisburg to Cologne from R 104 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Duisburg to Cologne on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:13	Duisburg Hbf	36m	06:49	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	07:08	Duisburg Hbf	34m	07:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	Train	12:19	Hbf	39m	12:58	Hbf	No tags
	Train	06:07	Duisburg Hbf	35m	06:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	06:13	Duisburg Hbf	46m	06:59	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Duisburg to Cologne on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:13	Duisburg Hbf	36m	06:49	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	07:08	Duisburg Hbf	34m	07:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	Train	12:19	Hbf	39m	12:58	Hbf	No tags
	Train	06:07	Duisburg Hbf	35m	06:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express	Train	06:27	Duisburg Hbf	51m	07:18	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Duisburg to Cologne on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:19	Hbf	37m	14:56	Hbf	Cheapest
Train	06:08	Duisburg Hbf	34m	06:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Train	13:04	Hbf	37m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Train	06:08	Duisburg Hbf	34m	06:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Train	17:04	Hbf	39m	17:43	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Duisburg to Cologne on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:04	Hbf	37m	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
Train	06:08	Duisburg Hbf	34m	06:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Train	18:19	Hbf	37m	18:56	Hbf	No tags
Train	06:08	Duisburg Hbf	34m	06:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Train	21:04	Hbf	39m	21:43	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Duisburg to Cologne on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:04	Hbf	39m	17:43	Hbf	Cheapest
Train	06:08	Duisburg Hbf	34m	06:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Train	06:08	Duisburg Hbf	34m	06:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Train	06:08	Duisburg Hbf	34m	06:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Train	06:08	Duisburg Hbf	34m	06:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Duisburg to Cologne on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:04	Hbf	39m	17:43	Hbf	Cheapest
Train	06:08	Duisburg Hbf	34m	06:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Train	06:08	Duisburg Hbf	34m	06:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Train	06:08	Duisburg Hbf	34m	06:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Train	06:08	Duisburg Hbf	34m	06:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Duisburg to Cologne on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:04	Hbf	37m	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
Train	06:08	Duisburg Hbf	34m	06:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Train	18:19	Hbf	37m	18:56	Hbf	No tags
Train	06:08	Duisburg Hbf	34m	06:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Train	21:04	Hbf	39m	21:43	Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:32 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Duisburg to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

50mAverage duration

57 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 136 - R 467	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 136 - R 736	Average duration39m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 82 - R 128	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

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

Duisburg

A
Hbf
Kammerstraße, 47057 Duisburg, Germany

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
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 ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.1

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

FlixBus

3.5/511 577 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Duisburg 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 Duisburg to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Duisburg to Cologne start from R 136. The average price for this train route is around R 393. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Duisburg to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Duisburg to Cologne is 39m, covering a distance of 57 km. The quickest train can get you there in 32m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Duisburg to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 28 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Duisburg to Cologne?
The earliest train from Duisburg to Cologne departs at 06:07. And the latest train departs at 21:13.
Which is the best train operator from Duisburg to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Duisburg to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Duisburg to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Duisburg to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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

09/12

R 135

10/12

R 145

Today

R 135

12/12

R 135

13/12

R 125

14/12

R 114

15/12

R 114

16/12

R 104

The cheapest trip from Duisburg to Cologne was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 104

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

You can expect to pay from R 104 to R 1 411 for a train ticket from Duisburg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 104, which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.