The average train between Cologne and Diest takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Diest. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Cologne and Diest. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 7:43 PM which arrives into Diest at 10:09 PM. All services require a transfer at Liège-Guillemins and take an average of 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Diest? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Diest. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Diest station via Liege-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.
Cologne to Diest train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Koeln Hbf station.
Cologne to Diest train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Diest station.
Book your Cologne to Diest train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Eurostar.
The distance between Cologne and Diest is 133.2 km. The road distance is 221 km.
You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Diest via Liège-Guillemins and Louvain in around 2h 41m.