The cheapest and fastest trains from Antwerp to Cologne
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£111
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Antwerp to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Antwerp to Cologne will cost around £111 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
To travel from Antwerp to Cologne you need to make at least one change.
IC 3327 · ICE 115:362h40Antwerp-Central8:16Cologne Hbf£451One-way1 change
IC 3341 · ICE 31919:362h39Antwerp-Central22:15Cologne Hbf£611One-way1 change
EC 9267 · IC 1179 · IC 2779 · 1898120:456h55Antwerp-Central3:40Cologne Hbf£651One-way4 changes
IC 3339 · ICE 1917:362h39Antwerp-Central20:15Cologne Hbf£741One-way1 change
1482+
3133+
943511:583h16Antwerp-South15:14Cologne Hbf£991One-way2 changes
IC 3331 · ICE 159:362h39Antwerp-Central12:15Cologne Hbf£1841One-way1 change
IC 3333 · ICE 31511:362h39Antwerp-Central14:15Cologne Hbf£1841One-way1 change
IC 3337 · ICE 31715:362h39Antwerp-Central18:15Cologne Hbf£1401One-way1 change
IC 3341 · ICE 31919:362h39Antwerp-Central22:15Cologne Hbf£611One-way1 change
IC 3339 · ICE 1917:362h39Antwerp-Central20:15Cologne Hbf£741One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Antwerp to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £327.
Distance: 181 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£78 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £491 Average Price |
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 23m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Antwerp to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Antwerp to Cologne trains for today, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 3341 · ICE 319 | On time 19:36 Antwerp-Central | 2h39 | 22:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2923 · IC 522 · R 5005 · 26809 | 23:33 Antwerp-Central | 8h11 | 7:44 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
| Sunday 7 June | |||||
IC 3327 · ICE 11 | On time 5:36 Antwerp-Central | 2h40 | 8:16 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3329 · ICE 13 | On time 7:36 Antwerp-Central | 2h40 | 10:16 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3331 · ICE 15 | On time 9:36 Antwerp-Central | 2h39 | 12:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3333 · ICE 315 | On time 11:36 Antwerp-Central | 2h39 | 14:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
1482+ 3133+ 9435 | 11:58 Antwerp-South | 3h16 | 15:14 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
3133+ 9435 | 12:06 Antwerp-Central | 3h08 | 15:14 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
R 2864 · ICE 1111 | On time 14:46 Antwerp-Central | 3h04 | 17:50 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3337 · ICE 317 | On time 15:36 Antwerp-Central | 2h39 | 18:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3339 · ICE 19 | On time 17:36 Antwerp-Central | 2h39 | 20:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Antwerp to Cologne
Trains from Antwerp to Cologne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:43 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Intercity, SNCB from Antwerp to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Intercity, SNCB trains will get you between Antwerp and Cologne from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Eurostar
Intercity
SNCB
FAQs: Antwerp to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Antwerp to Cologne by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Antwerp and Cologne
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network.
- Luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area.
- Café - Brasserie Royal
- Einstein Koffie
- Leonidas
- Starbucks
- Yam Yam
- Panos
- Sweetz To Go
- Frituur Centraal
- lunch & pasta coffee
- Döner Company
- & many more
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station
- A-Stay Antwerpen
- Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
- Located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
- Tram lines: 11
- Bus lines: 17, 20, 21, 23, 32, 68, 410, 415, 416, 417, 418, 427, 429
- Train lines: Thalys, Intercity Direct 9200, IC, RER S1, L (22, 23, 24, 30)
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park via Binnensingel.
- Wagamama
- Brasserie Dikke Mee
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Radisson Hotel Antwerp Berchem
- Tulip Inn Antwerpen
- Ibis Budget Antwerpen Centraal Station
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-10 for international and regional trains
- Tram: Line 4, Line 9, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Zuidcafé
- Restaurant Het Gerecht
- Outside the main entrance.
- Restrooms.
- €0.50
- B&B HOTEL Antwerpen Zuid
- Hotel Rubenshof
- Hotel Pilar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Netherlands, and France
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Tram: Line 4, Line 10
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
- I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato
- Burger King
- Café Franck
- Eichendorf
- Kölnotel
- Black Hotels
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