Cologne to Elmshorn by train
Compare prices, times and book fast direct trains
Overview: trains from Cologne to Elmshorn
Find the key information for travelling by train from Cologne to Elmshorn, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Cologne to Elmshorn by train
Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Cologne to Elmshorn? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 363 kilometres.
Train cost between Cologne and Elmshorn
Average fares along this route:
The cheapest ticket price: US$105.50
Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:
Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:
Finding cheap train tickets
Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:
Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)
Travel with a budget train operator
Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively
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
Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.
And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.
Train times for travel between Cologne and Elmshorn
If you are taking the train from Cologne to Elmshorn, you will have 32 trains each day (with a departure every 21 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 00:25. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:27. On weekends, the first train departs at 01:49, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:49.
What are the travel time and distance for trains from Cologne to Elmshorn?
On this route spanning 363 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 4 hours and 28 minutes.
Booking time frame: Cologne to Elmshorn trains
Tickets for travel to Elmshorn along this route are available for purchase 11 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.
More information on train travel from Cologne to Elmshorn
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 Elmshorn city guide to get you started.
FAQs about the train journey from Cologne to Elmshorn
Want to know more about your journey from Cologne to Elmshorn? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total journey from Cologne to Elmshorn is 363 kilometres.
The cheapest ticket on this route is US$105.50. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .
Tickets for this journey become available 11 months before the travel date.
The fastest journey on this route takes 4 hours and 28 minutes.
Other train journeys from Cologne
- From Cologne to Warsaw From US$46.50
- From Cologne to Copenhagen From US$58.50
- From Cologne to Vienna From US$41.00
- From Cologne to Paris From US$37.00
- From Cologne to Berlin From US$8.50
- From Cologne to Munich From US$8.50
- From Cologne to Hamburg From US$18.00
- From Cologne to Mainz From US$8.50
- From Cologne to Basel From US$35.50
- From Cologne to Zurich From US$41.00
- From Cologne to Salzburg From US$22.00
- From Cologne to Budapest From US$44.50
- From Cologne to Frankfurt am Main From US$8.50
- From Cologne to Brussels From US$17.50
- From Cologne to London From US$72.50
Other train journeys to Elmshorn
- From Hamburg to Elmshorn From US$14.77
- From Fredericia to Elmshorn From US$75.50
- From Brussels to Elmshorn From US$107.50
- From Paris to Elmshorn From US$210.50
- From Copenhagen to Elmshorn From US$40.00
- From London to Elmshorn From US$354.50
- From Amsterdam to Elmshorn From US$233.00
- From Berlin to Elmshorn From US$97.00
- From Frankfurt am Main to Elmshorn From US$86.50
- From Munich to Elmshorn From US$180.50
- From Kolding to Elmshorn From US$122.00
- From Kastrup Lufthavn to Elmshorn From US$81.50
- From Stockholm to Elmshorn From US$80.00
Other train journeys from Elmshorn
- From Elmshorn to Flensburg From US$21.50
- From Elmshorn to Copenhagen From US$40.00
- From Elmshorn to Fredericia From US$40.00
- From Elmshorn to Hamburg From US$12.76
- From Elmshorn to Niebüll From US$30.50
- From Elmshorn to Amsterdam From US$233.50
- From Elmshorn to Berlin From US$29.50
- From Elmshorn to Frankfurt am Main From US$46.00
- From Elmshorn to Kastrup Lufthavn From US$76.50
230+ European rail operators Official partner of 230+ European rail operators
Travellers rate us "Excellent!"
Blog posts featuring Cologne or Elmshorn
-
Explore Germany for less: save 15% on passes & 20% on tickets
Whether you’re an architecture admirer, nature enthusiast or beer buff, a trip to Deutschland offers something for everyone! Read more
-
The must-see Pride celebrations across Europe this summer!
Pride Month is almost here!Read more
-
How far in advance can you book European train tickets and passes?
Simple answer: it depends on the country and the train operator. But we aren’t satisfied with the short answer, of course. So, let’s get into it. Read more