1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£30
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
1 h 39 m
Trains on 15 Sept
2
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Verviers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Verviers will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 2 trains from Cologne to Verviers, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 52 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Verviers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 86 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£28 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Verviers:
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Verviers costing on average £28.
Other travel options to Verviers take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 16m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 16m by train vs 1h 18m by car). Tickets start at around £28 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Verviers trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:43 Cologne | 1h25 | 8:08 Verviers | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:15 Cologne | 1h52 | 11:07 Verviers | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Cologne to Verviers run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 1:40 |
Last train 22:41 |
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Discover the best of Verviers — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Verviers trip today.
The city’s key museum for Verviers’ wool and fashion story, with machinery, textiles and displays on local industrial history.
Museum in a historic house presenting local fine and decorative arts, giving a cultured view of Verviers beyond industry.
Specialist centre and exhibition venue explaining local textile know-how through displays, interpretation and heritage collections.
Central square framed by major civic and religious buildings, ideal for orienting yourself and seeing the historic core of Verviers.
Pleasant riverside route along the Vesdre, good for a walk while noticing how water shaped the city’s industrial growth.
Main market square with everyday city life, heritage façades and easy access to shops and public buildings in the old centre.
A soft, sweet bun filled with dark brown sugar, typical of the Liège area and long associated with local bakeries and family breakfasts.
A denser, caramelised waffle made with pearl sugar. It is a regional staple from nearby Liège and widely eaten in Verviers.
Slow-cooked beef in dark Belgian beer, usually sweet-sour with mustard and bread. A classic Walloon brasserie dish found across Verviers.
Stylish restaurant known for refined French-Belgian cooking and a more formal atmosphere suitable for a long dinner.
Established brasserie serving Belgian classics and grilled dishes in a relaxed central setting popular with locals.
Casual Italian restaurant and pizzeria appreciated for reliable meals and a friendly atmosphere near the centre.
Moderate for Belgium. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Brussels, while local trains and buses are reasonably priced for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the bill is appreciated but not expected.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Verviers 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 Verviers, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Verviers trains use the Köln Hbf to Verviers Central station pair, with some services arriving at Verviers-Palais. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Verviers train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Verviers Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Midi, Le Grill
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Verviers Central. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Verviers Central. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Verviers Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Verviers Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Verviers Central: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Verviers Van der Valk, Hotel Des Ardennes.
Verviers-Palais has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Verviers-Palais.
ATMs are available at Verviers-Palais.
Available at Verviers-Palais: WC.
Available at Verviers-Palais: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Verviers-Palais.
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