The average train between Cologne and Poitiers takes 7h 46m and the fastest train takes 6h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Poitiers. 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 5 times a day between Cologne and Poitiers. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 6:44 PM which arrives into Poitiers at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Nord and take an average of 7h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 4m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Poitiers? 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 Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf station and arriving at Poitiers station via Paris Nord station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.
Cologne to Poitiers train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Koeln Hbf station.
Cologne to Poitiers train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Poitiers station.
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The distance between Cologne and Poitiers is 684 km. The road distance is 819 km.
You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Poitiers via Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 6h 39m.