The average train between Nivelles and Cologne takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is at least one train 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.
Trains run once daily between Nivelles and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nivelles is at 10:19 PM which arrives into Cologne at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Bruxelles-Midi and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

2h 26m • 1 change

2h 26m • 1 change

2h 25m • 1 change

2h 25m • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Nivelles to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Nivelles station and arriving at Cologne station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Nivelles to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruxelles Midi station.
Nivelles to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Nivelles to Cologne train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Nivelles and Cologne is 188.1 km. The road distance is 249 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–100 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Two other operators also service this route.