The average train between Cologne and York takes 7h 23m and the fastest train takes 6h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to York. 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 3 hours between Cologne and York. 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 York at 11:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Bruxelles Midi and take an average of 7h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 37m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to York? 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 York. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at York station via Bruxelles Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.
Cologne to York train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to York train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at York station.
Book your Cologne to York train tickets online with Eurostar, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cologne and York is 639.3 km. The road distance is 893 km.
You can take a train from Köln Hbf to York via Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, London St Pancras Intl, and King's Cross in around 6h 30m.