Train from Saarbrücken to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Saarbrücken to Cologne on 12 December
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Deutsche Bahn - SNCF + Eurostar
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        Compare 3 ways to travel from Saarbrücken 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 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 306, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        2h 40mAverage duration
        189 kmDistance
        8kgCO₂ emissions
        Average priceR 331 - R 3 532Average duration15h 5m
        5kg CO₂e
        Average priceR 394 - R 4 731Average duration3h 37m
        5kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        Average priceR 306 - R 481Average duration2h 40m
        8kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Saarbrücken to Cologne by train

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

        1. How much is the train ticket from Saarbrücken to Cologne?

          The cheapest train tickets from Saarbrücken to Cologne start from R 394. The average price for this train route is around R 1 381. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

          The average train journey time from Saarbrücken to Cologne is 3h 37m, covering a distance of 190 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

          Several major train operators serve this route, with 20 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, TGV inOui, Deutsche Bahn - SNCF.

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

          The earliest train from Saarbrücken to Cologne departs at 06:19. And the latest train departs at 20:59.

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

          Based on 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 offers the most punctual service from Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken 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.

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        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Saarbrücken to Cologne was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 370

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

        You can expect to pay from R 370 to R 2 264 for a train ticket from Saarbrücken to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 411, which is on 2025-12-16.

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