The average train between Waterloo and Cologne takes 2h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. The train service runs several times per day 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Waterloo and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:10 AM in the morning, 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 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Waterloo to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Waterloo station and arriving at Cologne station via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.
Waterloo to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Waterloo station.
Waterloo to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
Book your Waterloo to Cologne train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Waterloo and Cologne is 180.8 km. The road distance is 235 km.
You can take a train from Waterloo to Koeln Hbf via Brussels-Nord in around 3h 13m.