The average train between Hartlepool and Cologne takes 10h 57m and the fastest train takes 8h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Hartlepool 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 Hartlepool and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 7:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 5:59 PM which arrives into Cologne at 2:15 PM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 10h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hartlepool 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 Hartlepool to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Cologne station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 57m.
Hartlepool to Cologne train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Hartlepool station.
Hartlepool to Cologne train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Hartlepool to Cologne train tickets online with Grand Central Trains, Eurostar and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Hartlepool and Cologne is 688.4 km. The road distance is 987 km.
You can take a train from Hartlepool to Köln Hbf via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, Brussels-Midi, and Bruxelles Midi in around 8h 47m.