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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Cologne is to train and bus which costs €60 - €160 and takes 17h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 5h 37m and costs €60 - €230.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Preston, London St Pancras Intl and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Cologne?

The distance between Blackpool and Cologne is 954 km.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 8h 51m and costs €160 - €700.

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

It takes approximately 8h 51m to get from Blackpool to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Cologne train from?

Blackpool to Cologne train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Cologne?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Cologne is to train which takes 8h 51m and costs €160 - €700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €170 and takes 20h 46m.

What is the time difference between Blackpool and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h ahead of Blackpool. It is currently 3:31 PM in Blackpool and 4:31 PM in Cologne.

Where does the Blackpool to Cologne train arrive?

Blackpool to Cologne train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1760+ hotels available in Cologne.

Blackpool to Cologne - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 10 ways to get from Blackpool to Cologne by train (Eurostar), train, bus, car, car train, plane, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiEil
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln HbfIce
8h 51m
€164–683
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Station121
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals540 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cologne Airport CGN
20h 46m
€60–161
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Bradford Interchange
2. Take the bus from Bradford to Brussel Eurolines Busstation
3. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Köln Hbf79
17h 10m
€62–152
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Blackpool to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Cologne
9h 58m
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)MAN - CGN
5h 37m
€62–226
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Blackpool to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Cologne
11h 6m
€183–262
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)MAN - DUS
6h 11m
€92–303
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Frankfurt (FRA)MAN - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
6h 32m
€116–319
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)BHX - DUS
7h 58m
€103–347
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Brussels Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Brussels Airport (BRU)MAN - BRU
3. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbf
8h 9m
€111–304

Blackpool to Cologne by train and foot

56Weekly Services

8h 51mAverage Duration

€164Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Blackpool to Cologne.

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Distance: 953.9 km
Duration: 8h 51m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Koeln Hbf via Preston, London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 8h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Manchester Central Coach Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Cologne Airport CGN, and Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf in around 20h 46m.

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