How much does a train ticket from Heidelberg to Cologne cost?

The average train ticket price from Heidelberg to Cologne is $98. The best way to find train tickets from Heidelberg to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Heidelberg to Cologne?

A train trip between Heidelberg and Cologne is around 2h 14m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 52m. This is the time it takes to travel the 131 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Heidelberg and Cologne?

The number of trains from Heidelberg to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Heidelberg to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?

Once in Cologne, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Köln Triangle Panorama, Twelve Romanesque churches, Cologne Zoo, Hohenzollern Bridge, Historic Town Hall.

Trains from Heidelberg to Cologne | Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus

Compare 3 ways to go from Heidelberg to Cologne.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $74	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$19 - $186	Average Duration2h 14m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$12 - $71	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Heidelberg to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest ticket

9kgCO₂ emissions

Train Heidelberg to Cologne: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$98

Average train trip duration2h 14m

Number of daily trains8

Earliest train departure6:02am

Distance131 miles (210 km)

Latest train departure7:33pm

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

FlixTrain

FlixBus

3.5/58,448 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in DE:RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn, TGV inOui, Slovak Rail, Eurostar

Heidelberg to Cologne Train

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

Stops in Heidelberg

A - Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz

Stops in Cologne

A - Hbf

B - Cologne/Bonn Airport

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Heidelberg and Cologne is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Cologne.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Cologne, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Heidelberg and Cologne, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Heidelberg to Cologne while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Will you be returning to Heidelberg by train?

Train from Cologne to Heidelberg

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Trains tickets from Heidelberg to Cologne