What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Cologne is to bus which costs €85 - €160 and takes 27h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Cologne is to fly which takes 6h 28m and costs €70 - €300.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Edinburgh Waverley, London St Pancras Intl and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 38m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Cologne?

The distance between Aberdeen and Cologne is 938 km.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Cologne without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 12h 38m and costs €170 - €600.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Cologne?

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Aberdeen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Cologne train from?

Aberdeen to Cologne train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train, bus or fly from Aberdeen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Cologne is to fly which takes 7h 9m and costs €110 - €280. Alternatively, you can train via Edinburgh, which costs €170 - €600 and takes 12h 38m, you could also bus, which costs €85 - €160 and takes 27h 25m.

What is the time difference between Aberdeen and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h ahead of Aberdeen. It is currently 1:31 AM in Aberdeen and 2:31 AM in Cologne.

Where does the Aberdeen to Cologne train arrive?

Aberdeen to Cologne train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1794+ hotels available in Cologne.

Aberdeen to Cologne - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Aberdeen to Cologne by plane, train (Eurostar), train, bus, car, car train, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Aberdeen Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport
best
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane ABZ - DUS
7h 9m
€117–274
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane ABZ - CGN
6h 28m
€70–293
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Eil
4. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
12h 38m
€170–574
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the bus from Sheffield to Brussel Eurolines Busstationbus
3. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
21h 2m
€121–356
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Colognecar
14h 31m
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane EDI - DUS
7h 29m
€110–349
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane EDI - CGN
6h 48m
€80–287
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to King's Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Eil
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
12h 51m
€210–507
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to London Victoriabus Ukn11
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cologne Airport CGNbus N870 / ...
27h 25m
€85–160
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Colognecar
15h 44m
€245–363

Aberdeen to Cologne by train

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12h 38mAverage Duration

€170Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Aberdeen to Cologne.

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Distance: 938.1 km
Duration: 7h 9m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Cologne, Germany?

British Airways, KLM, and Aer Lingus fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberdeen to Koeln Hbf via Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 12h 38m.

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