Going from Cologne to London by train

About to set off from Cologne to London by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost between Cologne and London: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$100.01, then go to AU$274, if booked a month in advance, and AU$556, if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train times for travel between Cologne and London

If you are taking the train from Cologne to London, you will have 30 trains each day (with a departure every 3 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:39. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 21:42. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:39, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:43.

Travel time and distance between Cologne and London

The route’s fastest journey takes 4 hours and 17 minutes, covering a total of 497 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Cologne and London?

Tickets along this route go on sale 11 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Further insights on trains from Cologne to London

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our London city guide.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Cologne to London by train?

The train route from Cologne to London covers 497 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Cologne to London?

The cheapest fare on this route is AU$100.01. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about AU$274. If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically AU$556.

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Cologne to London?

Tickets for this journey become available 11 months before the travel date.

How long does the train take from Cologne to London?

The fastest travel time is 4 hours and 17 minutes.