Stockholm to Cologne train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Stockholm to Cologne take around 14 hours and 28 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 1,167 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Stockholm is scheduled to depart at around  05:19. The last departure is usually at around 20:28 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Stockholm at around 05:21, with the last train leaving at around 20:28. 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 6 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £51.62.

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 Stockholm to Cologne?

The journey between Stockholm and Cologne usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

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

The Stockholm to Cologne train travel takes about 14 hours and 28 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Stockholm to Cologne train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cologne leaving Stockholm at around 05:19 and the last train leaving at around 20:28 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Stockholm at around 05:21, with the final departure at 20:28.