The average train between Durham and Cologne takes 9h 26m and the fastest train takes 7h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Durham 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 Durham and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Durham is at 10:11 PM which arrives into Cologne at 12:15 PM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 9h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Durham 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 Durham to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Durham station and arriving at Cologne station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 26m.
Durham to Cologne train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Durham station.
Durham to Cologne train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Durham to Cologne train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Eurostar and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Durham and Cologne is 713.6 km. The road distance is 999 km.
You can take a train from Durham to Köln Hbf via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, Brussels-Midi, and Bruxelles Midi in around 8h 29m.