Roskilde to Cologne by train
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Overview: trains from Roskilde to Cologne
Find the key information for travelling by train from Roskilde 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.
Taking the train from Roskilde to Cologne
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Train cost between Roskilde and Cologne
Average fares along this route:
The cheapest ticket price: £48.85
Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:
Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:
Finding cheap train tickets
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Travel with a budget train operator
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Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)
Select a non-flexible fare
Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares
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Roskilde to Cologne daily train schedule
Whether you’re headed to Cologne on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 16 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.
00:38: departure of first train Monday-Friday
23:37: departure of last train Monday-Friday
01:14: departure of first train on weekends
23:55: departure of last train on weekends
Every 43 minutes: frequency of train departures
How long is the train journey from Roskilde to Cologne?
This journey covers a total of 624 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 8 hours and 2 minutes.
How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Roskilde and Cologne?
You can secure tickets for travel between Roskilde and Cologne up to 4 and a half months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.
More information on train travel from Roskilde to Cologne
Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Cologne city guide to get you started.
FAQs about the train journey from Roskilde to Cologne
Want to know more about your journey from Roskilde to Cologne? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The train journey from Roskilde to Cologne covers 624 kilometres in total.
The cheapest ticket on this route runs £48.85. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .
You can purchase tickets for this route 4 and a half months in advance.
The fastest travel time is 8 hours and 2 minutes.
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