The average train between Sheffield and Cologne takes 8h 40m and the fastest train takes 6h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Cologne at 12:15 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 8h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Cologne station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.
Sheffield to Cologne train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Cologne train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Sheffield to Cologne train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Eurostar and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Sheffield and Cologne is 634.9 km. The road distance is 854 km.
You can take a train from Sheffield to Köln Hbf via London St Pancras Intl, Brussels-Midi, and Bruxelles Midi in around 7h 49m.