Cologne to Waterloo by train
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Overview: trains from Cologne to Waterloo
Find the key information for travelling by train from Cologne to Waterloo, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Going from Cologne to Waterloo by train
About to set off from Cologne to Waterloo 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 ticket cost for journeys between Cologne and Waterloo
Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically AU$214.62, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .
How to find cheap train tickets
Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.
Train times for travel from Cologne to Waterloo
During the week, the earliest departure time is at 05:14 and the last departure is 22:15. On weekends, the first train departs at 02:21 and the last train leaves at 22:15. On average, a total of 15 trains make this journey each day.
Train duration for trips from Cologne to Waterloo
The swiftest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 25 minutes, crossing a total distance of 183 kilometres.
Booking Cologne to Waterloo trains in advance
Booking your Cologne to Waterloo tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 10 months before departure.
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Making the most of your trip to Waterloo
For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Waterloo.
FAQs about the train journey from Cologne to Waterloo
Want to know more about your journey from Cologne to Waterloo? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The train journey from Cologne to Waterloo covers 183 kilometres in total.
The lowest fare on this route is AU$214.62. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .
Tickets for this route become available 10 months before the travel date.
The shortest trip is 2 hours and 25 minutes.
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