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Trip Overview

The average train between Cologne and Genk takes 3h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Cologne to Genk. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 43m
Duration
201 km
Distance
€56
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Cologne to Genk train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Cologne and Genk. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Genk at 6:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Liège-Guillemins and take an average of 3h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)9h 11m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 10m • 2 changes
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 10m • 2 changes
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 10m • 2 changes
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 10m • 2 changes
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 10m • 2 changes
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 37m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 33m • 2 changes
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 38m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 33m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Genk? 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.

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  • Distance: 201.1 km
  • Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Genk, Belgium?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Genk via Liège-Guillemins and Landen in around 3h 17m.

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