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Take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Cologne (Germany) in 3 hours 5 minutes
If you want to travel from Saarbrücken Hbf to Cologne (Germany) by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Saarbrücken Hbf to Cologne (Germany) by train to take around 3 hours 50 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 5 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll usually find around 23 trains per day running on this route, which spans 117 miles (189 km). You’ll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Cologne (Germany).
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Saarbrücken Hbf to Cologne (Germany) start from £29.94 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
Saarbrücken Hbf to Cologne (Germany) by train
It takes an average of 3h 50m to travel from Saarbrücken Hbf to Cologne (Germany) by train, over a distance of around 117 miles (189 km). There are normally 23 trains per day travelling from Saarbrücken Hbf to Cologne (Germany) and tickets for this journey start from £29.94 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:35 | |
| Departure station | Saarbrücken Hbf | |
| Arrival station | Cologne (Germany) | |
| Journey time | From 3h 5m | |
| Distance | 117 miles (189 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £29.94 | |
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FAQs about the train journey from Saarbrücken Hbf to Cologne (Germany)
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Cheap train tickets from Saarbrücken Hbf to Cologne (Germany)
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Saarbrücken Hbf to Cologne (Germany) by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.