Ashford to Cologne by train
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Overview: trains from Ashford to Cologne
Find the key information for travelling by train from Ashford to Cologne, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
From Ashford to Cologne by train
Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Ashford to Cologne by train. With 28 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.
Train cost between Ashford and Cologne
Average fares along this route:
The cheapest ticket price: AU$129.29
Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:
Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:
Finding cheap train tickets
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Ashford to Cologne train times
Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Ashford to Cologne is at 05:10 and the last is at 17:43. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 06:40 and the last one is at 22:16. You can expect 28 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 24 minutes.
What are the travel time and distance for trains from Ashford to Cologne?
On this route spanning 427 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 3 hours and 47 minutes.
When do tickets go on sale between Ashford and Cologne?
You can start planning and booking your trip between Ashford and Cologne 6 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.
Making the most of your Ashford to Cologne travels
To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Cologne.
FAQs about the train journey from Ashford to Cologne
Want to know more about your journey from Ashford to Cologne? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The train journey between Ashford and Cologne covers 427 kilometres.
The minimum fare on this route is AU$129.29. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .
Tickets for this route become available 6 months before the travel date.
The fastest journey time is 3 hours and 47 minutes.
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