Trains tickets from Cologne to Trier

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Trier
    Destination location: Trier Hauptbahnhof Bus
    Operated by: Regional-ExpressRegional-Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Trier
    Destination location: Trier Hauptbahnhof Bus
    Operated by: Regional-ExpressRegional-Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Trier
    Destination location: Trier Hauptbahnhof Bus
    Operated by: RegionalbahnRegionalbahn
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Trier
    Destination location: Trier Hauptbahnhof Bus
    Operated by: Regional-ExpressRegional-Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Trier
    Destination location: Trier Hauptbahnhof Bus
    Operated by: RegionalbahnRegionalbahn
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Trier.

Average Price$13 - $37Average Duration2h 15m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average Price$31 - $70Average Duration3h 7m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average Price$8 - $21Average Duration2h
6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Trier

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Trier. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day
2hAverage Duration
$8Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cologne to Trier: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$58
Average train trip duration3h 7m
Number of daily trains8
Earliest train departure6:32am
Distance84 miles (134 km)
Latest train departure8:35pm

Cologne to Trier Train

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

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$31
05/20
$29
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Trier was searched and found on May 20, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $88 for a train ticket from Cologne to Trier based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-05-20.

Usually DBAH - RE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Cologne to Trier is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Trier, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Cologne and Trier, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Cologne to Trier.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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