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Trip Overview

The average train between Cologne and Ashford takes 6h 3m and the fastest train takes 5h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Ashford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 3m
Duration
423 mi
Distance
£215
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train via Brussels

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  1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain train 79
  2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to London St Pancras Intltrain train Eil
  3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain train
5h 30m
£171–353

Cologne to Ashford train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Cologne and Ashford. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Ashford at 9:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Bruxelles Midi and take an average of 6h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 422.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Ashford International via Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 30m.

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