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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£505
Average price
£540
Fastest journey
9 h 28 m
Average duration
11 h 4 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
1473 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Edinburgh will cost around £540 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £505.
To travel from Cologne to Edinburgh you need to make at least 3 changes.
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9:4310h22Köln Hbf20:05Edinburgh£5051One-way3 changes- 21:0218h08Köln Hbf15:10Edinburgh£5051One-way3 changes
6:399h28Köln Hbf16:07Edinburgh£5581One-way3 changes- 8:399h30Köln Hbf18:09Edinburgh£5581One-way3 changes
- 12:399h35Köln Hbf22:14Edinburgh£5581One-way3 changes
- 6:399h28Köln Hbf16:07Edinburgh£5581One-way3 changes
- 8:399h30Köln Hbf18:09Edinburgh£5581One-way3 changes
- 12:399h35Köln Hbf22:14Edinburgh£5581One-way3 changes
- 9:4310h22Köln Hbf20:05Edinburgh£5051One-way3 changes
- 18:4416h24Köln Hbf11:08Edinburgh£5581One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £505.
Distance: 1473 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£542 Average Price | £126 Average Price Cheapest | £131 Average Price |
12h 44m Average total duration 12h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 41h 13m Average total duration 40h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Edinburgh trains for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:39 Köln Hbf | 9h28 | 16:07 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
| 8:39 Köln Hbf | 9h30 | 18:09 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
| 10:39 Köln Hbf | 9h26 | 20:05 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
| 12:39 Köln Hbf | 9h35 | 22:14 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
| 13:42 Köln Hbf | 9h25 | 23:07 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
| 18:44 Köln Hbf | 16h24 | 11:08 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
| 21:02 Köln Hbf | 18h08 | 15:10 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Edinburgh
Italy
United Kingdom
Trains from Cologne to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £505 but you can travel from only £41 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 1473 km distance in 9h 25m.
Distance 1473 km |
Average train duration 12h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £505 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 9h 25m |
First train 6:39 |
Last train 21:42 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar from Cologne to Edinburgh trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar trains will get you between Cologne and Edinburgh from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cologne to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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