The average train between Cologne and Wavre takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Cologne to Wavre. 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 hourly between Cologne and Wavre. 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 Wavre at 5:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Liège-Guillemins and take an average of 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Wavre? 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 Wavre. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Wavre station via Liège, Guillemins Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Cologne to Wavre train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Wavre train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Louvain station.
Book your Cologne to Wavre train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Eurostar.
The distance between Cologne and Wavre is 166.7 km. The road distance is 211 km.
You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Wavre via Liège-Guillemins and Louvain in around 2h 18m.