The average train between Dumfries and Cologne takes 12h 11m and the fastest train takes 9h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries to Cologne. 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 4 hours between Dumfries and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Cologne at 12:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 12h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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9h 14m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dumfries to Cologne? 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 Dumfries to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Cologne station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 11m.
Dumfries to Cologne train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Cologne train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
Book your Dumfries to Cologne train tickets online with ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dumfries and Cologne is 841.9 km. The road distance is 1,123 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Koeln Hbf via Carlisle, London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 10h 22m.