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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackpool and Cologne takes 9h 37m and the fastest train takes 7h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Blackpool to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 37m
Duration
954 km
Distance
€333
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain train
  2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain train Eil
  3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain train Ice
8h 14m
€232–502

Blackpool to Cologne train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Blackpool and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Cologne at 12:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 9h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)14h 58m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCaledonian SleeperEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)12h 4m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 16m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 54m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 51m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 16m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 54m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 51m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 16m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 54m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 51m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 16m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 54m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 51m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 16m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 54m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 51m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 16m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 54m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarEurostar7h 51m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 50m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Cologne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 953.9 km
  • Duration: 9h 37m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Koeln Hbf via Preston, London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 8h 14m.

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