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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Cologne is to bus which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Cologne is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Calais to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at Köln via Dusseldorf Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Lille Europe and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Calais to Cologne?

The distance between Calais and Cologne is 428 km. The road distance is 403.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs €80 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Calais to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Cologne bus from?

Calais to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Calais station.

Where do I catch the Calais to Cologne train from?

Calais to Cologne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Ville station.

Train or bus from Calais to Cologne?

The best way to get from Calais to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs €80 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Calais to Cologne bus arrive?

Calais to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where does the Calais to Cologne train arrive?

Calais to Cologne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Calais to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Cologne is 403 km. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Calais to Cologne.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Calais to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Calais to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Calais to Cologne by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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 Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4h 27m
€80–234
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus N380 / ...
7h 25m
€30–55
Drive 403.3 km
1. Drive from Calais to Colognecar 403.3 km
4h 2m
€64–92
Train via Calais Frethun
1. Take the train from Calais Frethun to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4h 37m
€81–238
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Tournai to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain 79
6h 35m
€75–211

Calais to Cologne by train and foot

232Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

€80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 428.3 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Koeln Hbf via Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Calais to Düsseldorf central bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 6h.

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