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Cheap train tickets from London to Cologne

Showing times and prices for Dec 06

Cheapest

$71

Average

$149

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.

04:25PM1h50

London

06:15PMCologne

$711One-way

0 transfers

05:16AM4h59

London

10:15AMCologne

$1551One-way

0 transfers

02:04PM5h18

London

07:22PMCologne

$1551One-way

0 transfers

06:34PM11h42

London

06:16AMCologne

$2151One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from London to Cologne

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 6

Deutsche Bahn

04:25PM1h50

London

06:15PMCologne

0 transfers

Deutsche Bahn

06:34PM11h42

London

06:16AMCologne

0 transfers

Deutsche Bahn

05:16AM4h59

London

10:15AMCologne

0 transfers

Deutsche Bahn

02:04PM5h18

London

07:22PMCologne

0 transfers

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Fastest train times from London to Cologne

Showing times and prices for Dec 06

Fastest Journey

1 h 50 m

Average

5 h 57 m

Trains per day

Distance

497 km

Of the 4 trains that leave London for Cologne every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

04:25PM1h50

London

06:15PMCologne

$711One-way

0 transfers

05:16AM4h59

London

10:15AMCologne

$1551One-way

0 transfers

02:04PM5h18

London

07:22PMCologne

$1551One-way

0 transfers

06:34PM11h42

London

06:16AMCologne

$2151One-way

0 transfers

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Hello everyone. A short time ago I travelled with DB from Cologne to London. The price was very cheap and acceptable compared to air tickets to London. The staff was very friendly and served their customers well. The seats were very comfortable and clean and well maintained. The toilets were also very clean, which of course I was pleased about. What didn't go well was mainly the wifi connection. It was very poor. The volume in the train was so high and I couldn't relax at all. I also had to change trains several times, which I didn't really like. All in all, it was a good train journey with Deutsche Bahn.

Overview: Train from London to Cologne

Distance	308 miles (496 km)
Average train duration	1 h 53 min
Average train ticket price	$70 (€60)
Train frequency	4 a day
Direct train	No
Train providers	Eurostar or Deutsche Bahn

Trains from London to Cologne cover the 308 miles (496 km) long trip taking on average 1 h 53 min with our travel partners like Eurostar or Deutsche Bahn. Normally, there are 4 trains operating per day. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $70 (€60), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $32 (€28). Travelers depart most frequently from London St Pancras International and arrive in Köln Hbf.

Train companies: Eurostar and Deutsche Bahn from London to Cologne trains

You can travel by train between London and Cologne with Eurostar and Deutsche Bahn for as low as $32 (€28). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Eurostar is a high-speed train company operating in Europe, connecting the UK, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany including trains between London and Cologne. It offers a range of services, including Eurostar e320, Eurostar e300, and Eurostar International. The Eurostar e320 is the fastest service, travelling at up to 320 km/h, while the Eurostar e300 is slightly slower, travelling at up to 300 km/h. Both services offer comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power sockets. Eurostar International is a slower service, travelling at up to 160 km/h, but it offers a more luxurious experience with larger seats and more onboard facilities. Eurostar offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, Standard Premier, and Business Premier. Standard tickets are the most affordable, while Business Premier tickets offer the most luxurious experience. The most popular routes for Eurostar are London to Paris, London to Brussels, and London to Amsterdam. All of these routes offer a fast and convenient way to travel between the UK and mainland Europe.

Train information from London to Cologne with Eurostar:

Average Duration: 6 h 45 min
Eurostar frequency: 4 a day

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train between London and Cologne. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Cheapest Price: $32

Train tickets from London to Cologne: when to book to save $

Time	Price	Savings
1 week earlier	89 €
2 weeks earlier	81 €	10%
3 weeks earlier	78 €	14.%
1 month before	74 €	20%
2 months earlier	72 €	24%
3 months earlier	75 €	19%

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The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:

Buying your train ticket from London - Cologne 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 14% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
If you book a ticket London - Cologne with 2 months in advance you save up to about 24% compared to the initial price.
By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 19%.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Cologne

FAQs: Travel by train from London to Cologne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Cologne.

Cheap train tickets from London to Cologne can start from as little as $32 (€28) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Cologne is $70 (€60); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the London to Cologne train time is 1 h 53 min covering the 308 mile (496 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London to Cologne leaves at 2: 04 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London to Cologne leaves at 6: 34 PM.

There are 4 trains a day from London to Cologne which require at least one change with Eurostar or Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Cologne. Take the fast train with Eurostar from London to Cologne.

The high-speed Eurostar train from London to Cologne takes around 6 h 45 min.

When taking a train from London to Cologne, you can count on Eurostar or Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Cologne. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from London to Cologne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 34 PM.

When departing from London, you have various train station options to start your trip from including London St Pancras International, London Euston and London Victoria. When arriving in Cologne, you can end your route in train stations like Köln Hbf, Köln/Bonn Flughafen and Köln Messe/Deutz.

Passengers board the train most frequently from London St Pancras International, which is located around 2.2 miles (3.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Köln Hbf, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Cologne from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 53 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from London to Cologne is January.

Yes, you can take a bus between London and Cologne.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

London

Cologne

London Euston is the most popular London railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in London for your trip to Cologne.

London Euston Wifi

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Euston Road, London, Greater London, NW1 2RT, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 00: 00 | Sat: 06: 00 - 23: 00 | Sun: 07: 00 - 00: 00

Public transit options for London Euston

Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
Overground lines: Watford DC
Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.

London St Pancras International Wifi

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Pancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK

Phone Number

+44 2078437688, +44 2074314001

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05: 45 - 22: 00 | Sat: 06: 00 - 21: 00 | Sun: 08: 00 - 22: 15

Public transit options for London St Pancras International

Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
Bus lines: 326, 139

London Victoria Wifi

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London Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU

Phone Number

+44 3450774224

Public transit options for London Victoria

Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line

London Paddington Wifi

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Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141, +44 3451652030

Ticket Office Hours

24/7

Public transit options for London Paddington

Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
Metro: Tube Lines.

London Kings Cross Wifi

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Euston Rd, London N1 9AL, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141, +44 2074314001

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05: 00 - 01: 36 | Sat: 05: 00 - 00: 36 | Sun: 05: 30 - 01: 36

Public transit options for London Kings Cross

Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
Metro: N/A

London Waterloo Wifi

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London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London. SE1 8SW

Phone Number

+44 3451652030

Public transit options for London Waterloo

Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl. Gov. Uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).

Heathrow Airport T123 Wifi

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Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WD

Public transit options for Heathrow Airport T123

Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)

London Liverpool Street Wifi

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London Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY

Phone Number

+44 345 711 4141

Public transit options for London Liverpool Street

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on either Liverpool Street (outside the station entrance), or beside Platform 10, depending on operational requirements
Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.

London Bridge Wifi

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London Bridge station, Tooley Street / St Thomas Street, London, Greater London, SE1 3QX

Phone Number

+44 345 711 4141

Public transit options for London Bridge

Onward travel information: The Bus Station is located directly outside the main entrance at upper level. There are also bus stops outside on Tooley Street. For further information on buses, a bus information kiosk is also located outside the main doors of the station at upper level.
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services are usually found outside the front of the station. However this is sometimes subject to change. Please check engineering posters or consult a member of staff.
Metro: For North and North East Kent and South East London

London Marylebone Wifi