Rastatt to Cologne by train

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Overview: trains from Rastatt to Cologne

Find the key information for travelling by train from Rastatt 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 00:20 View journey
Last train 21:49 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 7m View journey
Distance (km) 248
Trains / day 43 View all
Cheapest journey CA$89.70 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 31m
Train operators 12

Going from Rastatt to Cologne by train

About to set off from Rastatt to Cologne by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost between Rastatt to Cologne

Getting from Rastatt to Cologne by rail typically costs CA$89.70, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Train schedule for travel between Rastatt and Cologne

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 43 trains make this journey of 248 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Rastatt is at 00:20 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:49.

During the weekend, 00:20 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 21:49 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 8 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Rastatt to Cologne?

This journey covers a total of 248 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 2 hours and 7 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Rastatt and Cologne?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Rastatt and Cologne 6 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Learn more about train travel from Rastatt to Cologne

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Rastatt and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Cologne city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Rastatt to Cologne

Want to know more about your journey from Rastatt to Cologne? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Rastatt and Cologne is 248 kilometres.

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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.