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

The cheapest way to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Cologne is to bus which costs €35 - €75 and takes 8h 49m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Eurotunnel Calais Terminal and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Antwerp Rooseveltplaats and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

How far is it from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Cologne?

The distance between Eurotunnel Calais Terminal and Cologne is 435 km. The road distance is 407.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs €65 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Cologne bus from?

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

Train or bus from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Cologne?

The best way to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Cologne is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs €65 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Cologne bus arrive?

Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Can I drive from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Cologne is 407 km. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1737+ hotels available in Cologne.

Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus

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

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 Frethun to Lille EuropeTer
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiTgv
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln HbfIce
6h 20m
€66–204
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to Antwerp RooseveltplaatsN814
2. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Leverkusen280
8h 49m
€37–75
Drive 407.1 km
1. Drive from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Cologne407.1 km
4h 4m
€63–91
Train via Kortrijk
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille FlandresTer
2. Take the train from Courtrai to Bruxelles-MidiIc / ...
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln HbfIce
8h 46m
€72–181
Train via Kortrijk #2
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille FlandresTer
2. Take the train from Courtrai to Bruxelles-MidiIc / ...
3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln HbfTha
9h 13m
€70–182

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 435.3 km
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a vehicle from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Koeln Hbf via Eurotunnel Ps1, Gare Tgv Frethun, Calais Frethun, Lille Europe, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Köln Heumarkt via Calais, Antwerp Rooseveltplaats, Leverkusen, and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf in around 8h 49m.

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