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Trip Overview

The average train between Cologne and Waterloo takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Cologne to Waterloo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 56m
Duration
235 km
Distance
€65
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Cologne to Waterloo train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Cologne and Waterloo. 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 Waterloo at 6:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Bruxelles Midi and take an average of 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 35m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 5m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)8h 56m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 29m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 25m • 1 change
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 29m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 25m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 55m • 1 change
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 59m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 55m • 1 change
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 39m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 5m • 1 change
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 39m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 39m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 35m • 1 change
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 39m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 59m • 1 change
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 59m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 55m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 55m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 39m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 35m • 1 change
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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 39m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 35m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Waterloo? 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.

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  • Distance: 234.9 km
  • Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Waterloo, Belgium?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Midi every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–75 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Two other operators also service this route.

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