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.

First train 05:10 View journey
Last train 22:16 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 47m View journey
Distance (km) 427
Trains / day 28 View all
Cheapest journey €79.63 View journey
Avg journey time 10hr 5m
Train operators 11

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: €79.63

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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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.

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Child and youth passengers

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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.