Cologne to St. Margrethen train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Cologne to St. Margrethen take around 5 hours and 14 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 434 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Cologne is scheduled to depart at around  00:02. The last departure is usually at around 23:59 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Cologne at around 00:04, with the last train leaving at around 23:55. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 16 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 50 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$68.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit St. Margrethen, 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 St. Margrethen.

Is there a direct train from Cologne to St. Margrethen?

The journey between Cologne and St. Margrethen 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 Cologne to St. Margrethen?

The Cologne to St. Margrethen train travel takes about 5 hours and 14 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Cologne to St. Margrethen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to St. Margrethen leaving Cologne at around 00:02 and the last train leaving at around 23:59 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Cologne at around 00:04, with the final departure at 23:55.