The average train between France and Cologne takes 3h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from France 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 5 times a day between France and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 7:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from France is at 7:48 PM which arrives into Cologne at 11:15 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from France to Cologne. However, there are services departing from France station and arriving at Cologne station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.
France to Cologne train services, operated by Réseau Express Régional (RER Paris), depart from Paris Nord station.
France to Cologne train services, operated by Réseau Express Régional (RER Paris), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
The distance between France and Cologne is 607.5 km. The road distance is 530 km.
Eurostar operates a train from Paris Nord to Köln Hbf 5 times a day. Tickets cost €160–280 and the journey takes 3h 27m.