Train from Duisburg to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Duisburg to Cologne on 27 January
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    Compare 3 ways to travel from Duisburg to Cologne

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    4carpool per day
    50mAverage duration
    57 kmDistance
    2kgCO₂ emissions
    Average price€7 - €73Average duration1h 40m
    2kg CO₂e
    Average price€7 - €34Average duration37m
    1kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average price€4 - €7Average duration50m
    2kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Duisburg to Cologne by train

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

    1. How much does a train ticket cost from Duisburg to Cologne?

      The cheapest train tickets from Duisburg to Cologne start from €7. The average price for this train route is around €20. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the train journey from Duisburg to Cologne?

      The average train journey time from Duisburg to Cologne is 37m, covering a distance of 57 km. The fastest train gets you there in 32m and is operated by FlixBus.

    3. Which train operators serve the Duisburg to Cologne route?

      Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Duisburg to Cologne?

      The earliest train from Duisburg to Cologne departs at 06:07. And the latest train departs at 21:06.

    5. Which is the best train operator from Duisburg to Cologne?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

    6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Duisburg to Cologne?

      According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

    7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Duisburg to Cologne?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Duisburg to Cologne?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for trains

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    24/01
    €8
    25/01
    €9
    Today
    €7
    27/01
    €6
    28/01
    €6
    29/01
    €5
    30/01
    €6
    31/01
    €5
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Duisburg to Cologne was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of €5

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Duisburg to Cologne as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from €5 to €9 for a train ticket from Duisburg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €5, which is on 2026-01-29.

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