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

The cheapest way to get from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Cologne is to bus and train which costs €29 - €40 and takes 10h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 5h 57m and costs €75 - €270.

Is there a direct train between Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Folkestone West and arriving at Koeln Hbf via London St Pancras Intl and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Cologne?

The distance between Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal and Cologne is 468 km.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Cologne train from?

Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Cologne train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone West station.

Train or bus from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Cologne?

The best way to get from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Cologne is to bus which takes 8h 51m and costs €40 - €75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €140 - €550 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Cologne train arrive?

Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Cologne train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

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Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Cologne - 10 ways to travel via train

There are 10 ways to get from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Cologne by bus, train, car train, car, plane, train (Eurostar), or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train via Bruges
best
1. Take the bus from Folkestone to Bruges814
2. Take the train from Bruges to Bruxelles-MidiIc / ...
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln HbfIce
6h 10m
€53–143
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Brussel Eurolines BusstationMichalovce
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Nord to Köln HbfNj
10h 46m
€29–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Folkestone to Cologne Airport CGNN280
8h 51m
€40–71
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
2. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Cologne
4h 53m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)LHR - CGN
6h 10m
€123–375
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to London St Pancras Intl
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
7h 13m
€141–507
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
2. Drive from Calais to Cologne
5h 58m
€99–146
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)STN - CGN
5h 57m
€76–270
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to Stratford International
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 52m
€118–372
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)LGW - DUS
6h 44m
€122–360

Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Cologne by foot, bus, and train

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6h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 467.6 km
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal, England and Cologne, Germany?

FlixBus operates a bus from Folkestone to Cologne Airport CGN once a week. Tickets cost €35–50 and the journey takes 8h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Koeln Hbf via Folkestone West, London St Pancras Intl, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 7h 13m.

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