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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Dunkirk is to bus which costs €30 - €70 and takes 8h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Dunkirk is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs €55 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Cologne to Dunkirk?

The distance between Cologne and Dunkirk is 405 km. The road distance is 364.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Dunkirk without a car is to train via Lille which takes 4h 59m and costs €75 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Cologne to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Dunkirk train from?

Cologne to Dunkirk train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Cologne to Dunkirk is to train via Lille which takes 4h 59m and costs €75 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 8h 48m.

Where does the Cologne to Dunkirk train arrive?

Cologne to Dunkirk train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bruxelles Midi station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Dunkirk is 364 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Cologne to Dunkirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Dunkirk by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, train (Eurostar), 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 Lille
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerquetrain Ter
4h 59m
€77–183
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne - Airport Bus Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 48m
€31–66
Drive 364.1 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Dunkirkcar 364.1 km
3h 31m
€56–80
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to La Pannetrain Ic / ...
5h 50m
€69–174
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Lillebus 280
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Dunkerquetrain Ter
9h 41m
€40–78

Cologne to Dunkirk by train

43Weekly Trains

4h 59mAverage Duration

€77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 405 km
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Dunkerque via Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Lille Europe in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, Cologne - Airport Bus Station, and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 8h 48m.

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