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Derby to Cologne trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Derby and Cologne takes 7h 27m and the fastest train takes 6h 6m. 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.

7h 27m
Duration
796 km
Distance
€311
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Brussels

best
  1. Take the train from Derby to London St Pancras Intltrain train
  2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain train Eil
  3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain train 79
7h 17m
€233–448

Derby to Cologne train times

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 2:15 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 7h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 796.2 km
  • Duration: 7h 27m

What companies run services between Derby, England and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Derby to Köln Hbf via London St Pancras Intl, Brussels-Midi, and Bruxelles Midi in around 7h 17m.

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