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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Cologne
Cheapest price on Sep 15
€236
Average ticket price on Sep 15
€296
Fastest journey on Sep 15
3 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
4 h 6 m
Trains on Sep 15
31
Distance
497 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Cologne will cost around €296 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €236.
It's difficult to get from London to Cologne without transferring at least once.
9106+
ICE 1296:16 AM11h57London St Pancras International (STP)7:13 PMCologne Hbf€2361One-way1 transfer- 9106 · 94116:16 AM3h59London St Pancras International (STP)11:15 AMCologne Hbf€2391One-way1 transfer
- 9106+ICE 3176:16 AM10h59London St Pancras International (STP)6:15 PMCologne Hbf€2461One-way1 transfer
- 9106+ICE 156:16 AM4h59London St Pancras International (STP)12:15 PMCologne Hbf€2461One-way1 transfer
- 9114+ICE 198:16 AM10h59London St Pancras International (STP)8:15 PMCologne Hbf€2521One-way1 transfer
- 9106 · 94116:16 AM3h59London St Pancras International (STP)11:15 AMCologne Hbf€2391One-way1 transfer
- 9114 · 94238:16 AM3h59London St Pancras International (STP)1:15 PMCologne Hbf€2921One-way1 transfer
- 9148+ICE 3195:04 PM4h06London St Pancras International (STP)10:10 PMCologne-Ehrenfeld€2961One-way1 transfer
- 9140+ICE 193:04 PM4h11London St Pancras International (STP)8:15 PMCologne Hbf€3091One-way1 transfer
- 9132+ICE 3171:01 PM4h14London St Pancras International (STP)6:15 PMCologne Hbf€3681One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €94 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €94, while a train costs an average of €289.
Distance: 497 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€289 Average price | €99 Average price | €94 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 21m Average total duration 14h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Cologne:
A bus is €5 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Cologne costing on average €99.
A bus is €195 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Cologne costing on average €289.
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 31m.
Bus takes on average 14h 51m.
Live departures
London to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Cologne trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9140 · 9471 | 3:04 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 5h11 | 9:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9140+ICE 19 · 10630 | 3:04 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 4h26 | 8:30 PM Cologne-Ehrenfeld | 2 transfers | |
| 9140+ICE 19 | On time 3:04 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 4h11 | 8:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9140+ICE 319 | On time 3:04 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 6h06 | 10:10 PM Cologne-Ehrenfeld | 1 transfer | |
| 9148+ICE 319 | On time 5:04 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 4h06 | 10:10 PM Cologne-Ehrenfeld | 1 transfer | |
| 9106 · 9411 | 6:16 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h59 | 11:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9106 · 9423 | 6:16 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 5h59 | 1:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9106+ICE 15 | On time 6:16 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 4h59 | 12:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9106+ICE 317 | On time 6:16 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 10h59 | 6:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9106+ICE 129 | On time 6:16 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 11h57 | 7:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9110 · 9423 | 7:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 5h14 | 1:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9110+ICE 15 | On time 7:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 4h14 | 12:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9110+ICE 317 | On time 7:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 10h14 | 6:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9110+ICE 15 · 10614 | 7:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 4h29 | 12:30 PM Cologne-Ehrenfeld | 2 transfers | |
| 9114 · 9423 | 8:16 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h59 | 1:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9114+ICE 317 | On time 8:16 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 8h59 | 6:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9114+ICE 19 | On time 8:16 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 10h59 | 8:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9114 · 9435 | 8:16 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 5h58 | 3:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9114+ICE 129 | On time 8:16 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 9h57 | 7:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9116+ICE 19 | On time 9:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 10h14 | 8:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9116+ICE 317 | On time 9:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 8h14 | 6:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9116+ICE 19 · 10630 | 9:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 10h29 | 8:30 PM Cologne-Ehrenfeld | 2 transfers | |
| 9116 · 9435 | 9:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 5h13 | 3:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9126+ICE 19 | On time 11:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 8h11 | 8:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9126+ICE 319 | On time 11:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 10h06 | 10:10 PM Cologne-Ehrenfeld | 1 transfer | |
| 9126+ICE 129 | On time 11:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 7h09 | 7:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9132 · 9459 | 1:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 5h14 | 7:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9132+ICE 317 | On time 1:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 4h14 | 6:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9132+ICE 19 | On time 1:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 6h14 | 8:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9132+ICE 319 | On time 1:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 8h09 | 10:10 PM Cologne-Ehrenfeld | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Cologne
United Kingdom
Germany
Trains from London to Cologne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €151 but you can travel from only €23 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 02:09, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 497 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 497 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €151 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 2:09 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from London to Cologne trainsEurostar, Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between London and Cologne from €23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Eurostar
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Trains from London to Cologne
The journey by train from London to Cologne is made in two stages. The first leg is made on the high-speed Eurostar service, traveling from London St Pancras to Brussels-Midi where passengers will transfer to Deutsche Bahn services to complete the second leg and arrive in Cologne. Numerous departures throughout the day give passengers a choice of departure, starting as early as 7:00 a.m. on weekdays and 9:00 a.m. on weekends.
Which train companies travel from London to Cologne?
The train journey from London to Cologne is shared by high-speed Eurostar services and Deutsche Bahn trains. Deutsche Bahn is Germany's leading rail provider, known for their reliability of service. Eurostar trains connect London to many destinations across Europe, with trains reaching up to 186 mph.
How long is the train from London to Cologne?
The fastest trains along this 370-mile route complete the journey in just under four hours. This includes transfers from Eurostar trains to Deutsche Bahn services at Brussels-Midi. Most services complete the journey in under four hours 30 minutes. The last train leaving St Pancras does not arrive in Cologne until the following morning, requiring passengers to stay overnight in Brussels.
How many trains are there from London to Cologne?
During the week, passengers can expect six departures from London heading to Cologne. Services begin in the morning, not long after 7:00 a.m., with departures spread throughout the day until approximately 7:30 p.m. Services begin slightly later over the weekend and there is one fewer train, offering passengers five options for travel.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Cologne?
Departure train station: Trains depart from London St Pancras International Station. This attractive station is located in central London at the heart of a transport network with great connections to local, regional and intercity buses, and trains. Facilities at St Pancras include showers, toilets, banking and currency services, shops, and supermarkets as well as high-end boutiques. Dining options include everything from cafes to elite restaurants and even a champagne bar.
Arrival train station: Services terminate at Cologne Hbf, Cologne's main train station. The station can be found directly in the center of Cologne, near the historic cathedral and a short walk from the River Rhine. Station amenities include a DB First Class lounge, left luggage facilities, and toilets as well as numerous cafes, coffee shops, and restaurants.
FAQs: Trains from London to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Cologne by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Cologne
Most London to Cologne trains use the London St Pancras International to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Use this guide to compare London and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Which Cologne station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln-Ehrenfeld from Cologne city centre
Köln-Ehrenfeld is 3 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln-Ehrenfeld train station facilities and services
Köln-Ehrenfeld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato, Burger King, Café Franck, Eichendorf
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. ATMs are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Information desks are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln-Ehrenfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln-Ehrenfeld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kölnotel, Black Hotels.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
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