The average train between Cologne and Derby takes 6h 55m and the fastest train takes 5h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Derby. 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 every 3 hours between Cologne and Derby. 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 Derby at 10:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Bruxelles Midi and take an average of 6h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 47m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Derby? 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 Cologne to Derby. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Derby station via Bruxelles Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.
Cologne to Derby train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Derby train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Cologne to Derby train tickets online with Eurostar, East Midlands Railways and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Cologne and Derby is 618.2 km. The road distance is 796 km.
You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Derby via Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and London St Pancras Intl in around 6h 53m.