The average train between Derby and Cologne takes 8h 22m and the fastest train takes 6h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby to Cologne. 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 Derby and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 4:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Cologne at 3:03 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 8h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Derby to Cologne? 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 Derby to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Cologne station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.
Derby to Cologne train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Cologne train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
Book your Derby to Cologne train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Eurostar and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Derby and Cologne is 618.2 km. The road distance is 796 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Koeln Hbf via London St Pancras Intl and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 7h 23m.