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Thinking about taking the train from Barcelona to Cologne? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 24 hours 56 minutes to travel the 780 km from Barcelona to Cologne by train, although you can get there in as little as 22 hours 44 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 6 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 5 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Barcelona to Cologne are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Cologne? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
First train | 6:16 am | |
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Last train | 4:34 pm | |
Departure station | Barcelona | |
Arrival station | Cologne | |
Journey time | From 22h 44m | |
Distance | 485 miles (780 km) | |
Frequency | 6 trains per day | |
Changes | 5 changes |
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Barcelona to Cologne by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
The average journey time by train between Barcelona and Cologne is 24 hours and 56 minutes, with around 6 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Barcelona to Cologne is 22 hours and 44 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Barcelona to Cologne. Travelling from Barcelona to Cologne by train will require a minimum of 5 changes.
The first train from Barcelona to Cologne leaves at 06:16. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Barcelona to Cologne leaves at 16:34. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Barcelona to Cologne cover a distance of around 485 miles (780 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Cologne to Barcelona.