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.
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.

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2h 35m • 1 changeWant 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.
No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Waterloo. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf station and arriving at Bruxelles Midi station via Bruxelles Midi station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.
Cologne to Waterloo train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Waterloo train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bruxelles Midi station.
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The distance between Cologne and Waterloo is 180.8 km. The road distance is 215 km.
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.