The average train between Wales and Cologne takes 9h 53m and the fastest train takes 7h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Wales 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 Wales and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 9:20 PM which arrives into Cologne at 1:22 PM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 9h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Cologne station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 53m.
Wales to Cologne train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Cologne train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
Book your Wales to Cologne train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Wales and Cologne is 752.6 km. The road distance is 827 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Koeln Hbf via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 8h 12m.