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Heathrow to Cologne trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Heathrow and Cologne takes 6h 9m and the fastest train takes 5h 10m. 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 9m
Duration
619 km
Distance
€251
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Brussels

best
  1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain train Eil
  2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain train 79
6h 35m
€182–391

Heathrow to Cologne train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Heathrow and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:00 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 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Heathrow to Cologne.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 619.5 km
  • Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Köln Hbf via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Brussels-Midi, and Bruxelles Midi in around 6h 35m.

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