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Trip Overview

The average train between Nivelles and Cologne takes 2h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Nivelles 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.

2h 35m
Duration
249 km
Distance
€96
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Nivelles to Cologne train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Nivelles and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nivelles is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Cologne at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 25m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Eurostar2h 25m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 25m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Eurostar2h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 47m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 47m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Eurostar2h 46m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 26m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 26m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Eurostar2h 25m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 25m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 26m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 26m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Eurostar2h 25m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 25m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 26m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 26m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Eurostar2h 25m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 25m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 248.7 km
  • Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Nivelles, Belgium and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €35–70 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Eurostar also services this route every 3 hours.

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