The average train between Cologne and Knokke takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Knokke. 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 Knokke. The earliest departure is at 7:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Knokke at 7:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Knokke. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Knokke station via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
Cologne to Knokke train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Knokke train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Knokke station.
Book your Cologne to Knokke train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Cologne and Knokke is 259.6 km. The road distance is 334 km.
You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Knokke via Brussels-Nord in around 4h 8m.