The average train between Cologne and Sint-Niklaas takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Sint-Niklaas. 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 Sint-Niklaas. The earliest departure is at 7:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Sint-Niklaas at 5:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Brussels-Nord and take an average of 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Sint-Niklaas? 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 Sint-Niklaas. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Sint-Niklaas station via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.
Cologne to Sint-Niklaas train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Sint-Niklaas train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Anvers-Berchem station.
Book your Cologne to Sint-Niklaas train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Cologne and Sint-Niklaas is 197.8 km. The road distance is 280 km.
You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Saint-Nicolas via Brussels-Nord and Anvers-Berchem in around 3h 8m.