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The average train between Exeter and Cologne takes 8h 38m and the fastest train takes 6h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter 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.

8h 38m
Duration
873 km
Distance
€344
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via London

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  1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain train
  2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain train Eil
  3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain train Ice
7h 32m
€259–506

Exeter to Cologne train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Exeter and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 4:15 PM which arrives into Cologne at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 8h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)15h • 3 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)10h 8m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 23m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 23m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)10h 8m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 23m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 23m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)10h 8m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 23m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 23m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)10h 8m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 23m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 23m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)10h 8m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 23m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 23m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)9h 42m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 18m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarEurostar6h 58m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 59m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Exeter 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.

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  • Distance: 872.7 km
  • Duration: 8h 38m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Koeln Hbf via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 7h 32m.

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