Cologne to Krefeld by train

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Overview: trains from Cologne to Krefeld

Find the key information for travelling by train from Cologne to Krefeld, 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 05:41 View journey
Last train 23:42 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 42m View journey
Distance (km) 51
Trains / day 37 View all
Cheapest journey £16.01 View journey
Avg journey time 42m
Train operators 6

Cologne to Krefeld train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Cologne to Krefeld take around 42 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 51 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Cologne is scheduled to depart at around  05:41. The last departure is usually at around 23:42. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 37 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 13 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £16.01.

We think any time is a great time to visit Krefeld, 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 Krefeld.

Is there a direct train from Cologne to Krefeld?

Yes, there is a direct train from Cologne to Krefeld.

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

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

The Cologne to Krefeld train travel takes about 42 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Cologne to Krefeld train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Krefeld leaving Cologne at around 05:41 and the last train leaving at around 23:42. This is the same at the weekend.

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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.