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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Cologne is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque 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 Dunkirk to Cologne?

The distance between Dunkirk and Cologne is 405 km. The road distance is 362.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Cologne without a car is to train via Lille which takes 4h 27m and costs €75 - €210.

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

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

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Cologne?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Cologne is to train via Lille which takes 4h 27m and costs €75 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Dunkirk to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunkirk to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to Cologne is 363 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Dunkirk to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Dunkirk to Cologne by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, car, tram, 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 Dunkerque 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 27m
€76–207
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Cologne - Airport Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 21m
€31–61
Drive 362.6 km
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Colognecar 362.6 km
3h 38m
€57–83
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from De Panne Station to Oostende Station tramperron 3tram Kt
2. Take the train from Oostende to Köln Hbftrain 79
7h 8m
€63–163
Train
1. Take the train from La Panne to Brussels-Nordtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
7h 22m
€62–161

Dunkirk to Cologne by train

42Weekly Trains

4h 27mAverage Duration

€76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 405 km
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Koeln Hbf via Lille Europe and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Lille - Europe Train Station, Cologne - Airport Bus Station, and Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf in around 7h 21m.

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