The average train between Scotland and Cologne takes 11h 30m and the fastest train takes 9h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Scotland 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 5 times a day between Scotland and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scotland is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Cologne at 12:15 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 11h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Scotland 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 Scotland to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Scotland station and arriving at Cologne station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.
Scotland to Cologne train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Scotland to Cologne train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Scotland to Cologne train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Scotland and Cologne is 972.6 km. The road distance is 1,232 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Köln Hbf via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Brussels-Midi, and Bruxelles Midi in around 10h 31m.