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.
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.

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2h 34m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Waterloo 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 Waterloo to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station and arriving at Koeln Hbf station via Koeln Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Waterloo to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
Waterloo to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
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The distance between Waterloo and Cologne is 180.8 km. The road distance is 213 km.
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.