The average train between Esch-sur-Alzette and Cologne takes 5h 7m and the fastest train takes 4h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Esch-sur-Alzette 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 Esch-sur-Alzette and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Esch-sur-Alzette is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Cologne at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale and take an average of 5h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 30m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Esch-sur-Alzette 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 Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Luxembourg station and arriving at Koeln Hbf station via Liège-Guillemins station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.
Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Luxembourg station.
Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
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The distance between Esch-sur-Alzette and Cologne is 174.1 km. The road distance is 211 km.
You can take a train from Esch-sur-Alzette, Gare to Koeln Hbf via Luxembourg, Gare Centrale, Luxembourg, and Liege-Guillemins in around 5h 26m.