The average train between Charleroi and Cologne takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Charleroi 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.
Trains run hourly between Charleroi and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Charleroi is at 9:53 PM which arrives into Cologne at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 57m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Charleroi 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.
No, there is no direct train from Charleroi to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Charleroi-Central station and arriving at Koeln Hbf station via Liège-Guillemins station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.
Charleroi to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Charleroi-Central station.
Charleroi to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
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The distance between Charleroi and Cologne is 185.8 km. The road distance is 207 km.
You can take a train from Charleroi-Central to Koeln Hbf via Liege-Guillemins in around 3h 4m.