Cologne to London by train
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Overview: trains from Cologne to London
Find the key information for travelling by train from Cologne to London, 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 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 €65.61, then go to €210, if booked a month in advance, and €180, 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 31 trains each day (with a departure every 4 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 50 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 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.
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.
FAQs about the train journey from Cologne to London
Want to know more about your journey from Cologne to London? 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 London covers 497 kilometres.
The cheapest fare on this route is €65.61. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about €210. If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically €180.
Tickets for this journey become available 11 and a half months before the travel date.
The fastest travel time is 4 hours and 50 minutes.
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