Cologne to Ottignies by train

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Overview: trains from Cologne to Ottignies

Find the key information for travelling by train from Cologne to Ottignies, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:15 View journey
Last train 22:15 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 23m View journey
Distance (km) 171
Trains / day 25 View all
Cheapest journey £257.01 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 26m
Train operators 13

From Cologne to Ottignies by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Cologne to Ottignies by train. With 25 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.

Cost of a train ticket between Cologne and Ottignies

The cheapest ticket price along this route is £257.01. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 5 and a half months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train times for travel from Cologne to Ottignies

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 00:15 and the last departure is 22:15. On weekends, the first train departs at 02:15 and the last train leaves at 22:15. On average, a total of 25 trains make this journey each day.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Cologne to Ottignies?

On this route spanning 171 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 2 hours and 23 minutes.

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

Tickets along this route go on sale 5 and a half 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.

Making the most of your Cologne to Ottignies 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: Ottignies.

FAQs about the train journey from Cologne to Ottignies

Want to know more about your journey from Cologne to Ottignies? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train route from Cologne to Ottignies covers 171 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.