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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Cologne is to bus which costs €40 - €80 and takes 12h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Cologne is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs €40 - €180.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Liverpool Street station, London St Pancras Intl and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Cologne?

The distance between Chelmsford and Cologne is 642 km.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Cologne without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 31m and costs €110 - €460.

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Chelmsford to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Cologne train from?

Chelmsford to Cologne train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train, bus or fly from Chelmsford to Cologne?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Cologne is to train via London which takes 6h 31m and costs €110 - €460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €80 and takes 12h 30m, you could also fly, which costs €40 - €180 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the time difference between Chelmsford and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h ahead of Chelmsford. It is currently 3:13 AM in Chelmsford and 4:13 AM in Cologne.

Where does the Chelmsford to Cologne train arrive?

Chelmsford to Cologne train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

There are 10 ways to get from Chelmsford to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, car, car train, plane, car ferry, 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Street
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
6h 31m
€118–459
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Upminster to Brussel Eurolines BusstationMichalovce
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne Airport CGNN870 / ...
12h 30m
€40–80
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Cologne
6h
Fly London Stansted Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)STN - CGN
4h 30m
€43–178
Train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London St. Pancras Int. to Brussel-Zuid
3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbf79
6h 45m
€94–329
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Cologne
7h 8m
€119–170
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)LHR - CGN
5h 18m
€110–337
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)LHR - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln Hbf
6h 1m
€105–324
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)LGW - DUS
5h 48m
€109–305
Fly London Stansted Airport to Eindhoven Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Eindhoven Airport (EIN)STN - EIN
2. Take the train from Eindhoven to Köln Hbf
7h 14m
€64–251

Chelmsford to Cologne by train and subway

56Weekly Services

6h 31mAverage Duration

€118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 641.7 km
Duration: 6h 31m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Koeln Hbf via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 6h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Bus Station, Basildon, Upminster, Upminster, Brussel Eurolines Busstation, Brussels-North train station, Cologne Airport CGN, and Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf in around 12h 30m.

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