London to Cologne trains
Take a Eurostar train from London to Brussels, then change onto a Eurostar train to Cologne.
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Our tickets are now more flexible than ever before. And from 4 November, you’ll be travelling in our new travel classes Eurostar Standard, Eurostar Plus, or Eurostar Premier.
Go from London to Cologne with a quick change
Travelling to Cologne with us is simple, smart, and speedy. After a quick change at Brussels-Midi/Zuid, you’ll be there in no time. And whether you’re going for work or play, we’ll get you there feeling relaxed and rested. Read on to discover why taking Eurostar from London to Cologne is the only way to travel.
Departing from London St Pancras
To start your journey, get to London St Pancras International at our recommended arrival time to allow plenty of time to go through border controls and security.
This elegant historic 19th-century station is conveniently located in the heart of London and is well connected by underground lines and buses.
Before you jump on one of our Eurostar trains you can indulge in some boutique shopping, experience fine dining at a world-class brasserie or enjoy a glass of bubbly at the longest champagne bar in Europe.
On board our Eurostar trains
Travelling between London and Cologne with a quick change in Brussels is simple, affordable and relaxing.
You can bring two bags and one piece of hand luggage for no extra charge. There are no weight limits, but please ensure you can carry all items of luggage safely. Find out more about our luggage allowances.
You can enjoy a range of hot and cold drinks and sweet and savoury snacks at Eurostar Café.
On the first part of your journey between London and Brussels, if you are travelling in Standard Premier or Business Premier you’ll be served a three-course meal at your seat. Check out our seats in Standard, Standard Premier and Business Premier.
Travelling between Brussels and Cologne, if you’re in Premium you’ll be served a delicious meal at your seat. Check out our seats in Standard, Comfort and Premium.
Connecting from Brussels to Cologne
The journey from London to Brussels takes 1hr 52mins. You'll then change to our Brussels to Cologne train for the remainder of the journey.
On arrival, take the exit at the end of the platform down to the main hall and check the departure boards for your connecting Eurostar train to Cologne.
Arriving at Cologne station from London St Pancras International
Eurostar takes you to the heart of the biggest city of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cologne's most important landmark, the impressive cathedral, is the first thing you'll see when exiting the station. The city's most important museums, breweries and main shopping street can be reached by foot in just a few minutes.
And for those who want to discover Cologne off the beaten path, the vibrant Südstadt area and the trendy "Belgisches Viertel" neighbourhood are only a short tram ride away.
Cologne is also an excellent travel hub which offers train connections to almost all major German cities. Inside the station you will find plenty of food stands and shops to stroll around while waiting for your connecting train.
Frequently asked questions
Overall the train journey between London and Cologne takes just over 5 hours. The first part of your journey between London and Brussels takes 1 hour and 53 minutes and the second leg onto Cologne takes 1 hour and 52 minutes.
For your London to Brussels train get to St Pancras International at our recommended arrival time to allow plenty of time to get through border controls and security.
For the remainder of the journey, from Brussels to Cologne we recommend that you arrive 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time of your train.
Unlike airlines, there are no hidden costs when travelling by Eurostar from London to Amsterdam. Once you have picked your train tickets, there will be no additional fees for seat selection, advanced booking, or luggage allowance.
You can take liquids on the Eurostar and there is no volume limit, so you can bring all your toiletries and even a bottle of bubbly!
Between London and Cologne, the high-speed lines allow our trains to drive at a maximum speed of 186 miles per hour (300 km/h).
We have a range of onboard services that are sure to help make your journey even more enjoyable. You can connect to our wi-fi using our portal Eurostar Onboard and recharge your batteries with power sockets at each seat. Feeling peckish? Choose from a range of light bites and cold and hot drinks from Eurostar Café.
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