The average train between Wales and Cologne takes 9h 25m and the fastest train takes 6h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Wales 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 Wales and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 9:11 PM which arrives into Cologne at 12:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Retford and take an average of 9h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 19m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Cologne station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.
Wales to Cologne train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Retford station.
Wales to Cologne train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
Book your Wales to Cologne train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Hull Trains and 3 other operators.
The distance between Wales and Cologne is 621.7 km. The road distance is 835 km.
You can take a train from Kiveton Bridge to Koeln Hbf via Retford, London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 8h 11m.