The average train between Ypres and Cologne takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Ypres 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 3 hours between Ypres and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ypres is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Cologne at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Courtrai and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ypres 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 Ypres to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Ypres station and arriving at Cologne station via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Ypres to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Courtrai station.
Ypres to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
Book your Ypres to Cologne train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Eurostar.
The distance between Ypres and Cologne is 285.2 km. The road distance is 338 km.
You can take a train from Ypres to Koeln Hbf via Courtrai and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 13m.