Explore Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Barcelona by train

Thinking about travelling from Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Barcelona by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost between Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Barcelona

Getting from Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Barcelona by rail typically costs US$234.50, 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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Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Barcelona daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Barcelona on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 14 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 07:24: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:46: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 07:30: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:42: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 31 minutes: frequency of train departures

Travel time and distance between Cologne-Ehrenfeld and Barcelona

The route’s fastest journey takes 11 hours and 40 minutes, covering a total of 1,127 kilometres.

When are tickets between Cologne-Ehrenfeld and Barcelona available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Cologne-Ehrenfeld and Barcelona can be purchased 4 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Maximising your travels to Barcelona

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Barcelona.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Barcelona?

The total distance from Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Barcelona is 1,127 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Barcelona?

The cheapest fare on this route is US$234.50. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Barcelona train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 4 and a half months before the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Barcelona by train?

The fastest journey is 11 hours and 40 minutes.