From Málaga to Cologne by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Málaga to Cologne by train. With 15 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost between Málaga to Cologne

Getting from Málaga to Cologne by rail typically costs £167.17, 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 times for travel between Málaga and Cologne

If you are taking the train from Málaga to Cologne, you will have 15 trains each day (with a departure every 20 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:20. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 21:20. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:17, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:20.

Travel time and distance between Málaga and Cologne

The route’s fastest journey takes 22 hours and 55 minutes, covering a total of 1,824 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Málaga to Cologne trains

Tickets for travel to Cologne along this route are available for purchase 6 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Additional information on train travel from Málaga to Cologne

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Cologne city guide to start planning your getaway.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Málaga to Cologne by train?

The distance between Málaga and Cologne is 1,824 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Málaga to Cologne?

The lowest price on this route is £167.17. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Málaga to Cologne?

Tickets for this journey become available 6 months before the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Málaga to Cologne?

The fastest journey on this route takes 22 hours and 55 minutes.