The average train between Maidstone and Cologne takes 6h 59m and the fastest train takes 5h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Maidstone 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 Maidstone and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Maidstone is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Cologne at 12:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Strood and take an average of 6h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Maidstone 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 Maidstone to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Maidstone station and arriving at Cologne station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.
Maidstone to Cologne train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.
Maidstone to Cologne train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Maidstone to Cologne train tickets online with Southeastern, Eurostar and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Maidstone and Cologne is 450.6 km. The road distance is 660 km.
You can take a train from Maidstone West to Köln Hbf via Strood, London St Pancras Intl, Brussels-Midi, and Bruxelles Midi in around 6h 55m.