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Heathrow to Cologne trains

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The average train between Heathrow and Cologne takes 6h 11m and the fastest train takes 5h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Heathrow 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.

6h 11m
Duration
619 km
Distance
€252
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Heathrow to Cologne train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Heathrow and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Heathrow is at 6:32 PM which arrives into Cologne at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer at King's Cross St. Pancras station and take an average of 6h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 14m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 12m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 19m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 17m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 14m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarEurostar5h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 17m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 12m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 18m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 14m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 12m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 14m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 12m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 14m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 12m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 14m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 12m • 2 changes
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    London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 18m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Heathrow 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.

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  • Distance: 619.4 km
  • Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Koeln Hbf via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 6h 5m.

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