The average train between Spa and Cologne takes 3h 6m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Spa 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 hourly between Spa and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Spa is at 8:38 PM which arrives into Cologne at 3:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Pepinster and take an average of 3h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Spa 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 Spa to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Spa station and arriving at Cologne station via Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.
Spa to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Pepinster station.
Spa to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Spa to Cologne train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Spa and Cologne is 90.9 km. The road distance is 115 km.
You can take a train from Spa-Géronstère to Köln Hbf via Pepinster and Aachen, Hbf in around 2h 29m.