Flensburg to Cologne by train

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Overview: trains from Flensburg to Cologne

Find the key information for travelling by train from Flensburg to Cologne, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:00 View journey
Last train 23:20 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr 46m View journey
Distance (km) 458
Trains / day 24 View all
Cheapest journey CA$53.95 View journey
Avg journey time 8hr 12m
Train operators 14

Flensburg to Cologne train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Flensburg to Cologne by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Flensburg to Cologne take around 5 hours and 46 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 458 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Flensburg is scheduled to depart at around  04:00. The last departure is usually at around 23:20 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Flensburg at around 00:00, with the last train leaving at around 23:20. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 24 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 37 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$53.95.

We think any time is a great time to visit Cologne, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Cologne.

Is there a direct train from Flensburg to Cologne?

The journey between Flensburg and Cologne usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Flensburg to Cologne every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Flensburg to Cologne?

The Flensburg to Cologne train travel takes about 5 hours and 46 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Flensburg to Cologne train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cologne leaving Flensburg at around 04:00 and the last train leaving at around 23:20 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Flensburg at around 00:00, with the final departure at 23:20.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.