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Trip Overview

The average train between Waterloo and Cologne takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Waterloo 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.

2h 52m
Duration
235 km
Distance
€93
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Waterloo to Cologne train times

Trains run hourly between Waterloo and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 12:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Waterloo is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Cologne at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)3h 5m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)9h 6m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 26m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Eurostar2h 25m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 25m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Eurostar2h 25m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 56m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 56m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 55m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Eurostar2h 55m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)3h 6m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 26m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Eurostar2h 34m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)3h 6m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 26m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Eurostar2h 34m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 56m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Eurostar2h 55m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 55m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Eurostar2h 55m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)3h 6m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 26m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Eurostar2h 34m • 1 change
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 34m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 234.9 km
  • Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Waterloo, Belgium and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–75 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Eurostar also services this route 5 times a day.

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