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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Cologne is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 9h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 5h 26m and costs €70 - €260.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Koeln Hbf via London St Pancras Intl and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Cologne?

The distance between Folkestone and Cologne is 703 km.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs €120 - €500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Folkestone to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Cologne train from?

Folkestone to Cologne train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Cologne?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Cologne is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs €120 - €500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 9h 52m.

What is the time difference between Folkestone and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h ahead of Folkestone. It is currently 4:15 AM in Folkestone and 5:15 AM in Cologne.

Where does the Folkestone to Cologne train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1754+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Folkestone to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, train, car train, car, plane, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central 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
6h 43m
€127–496
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Brussel Eurolines BusstationMichalovce
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Köln Hbf79
8h 5m
€29–91
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
2. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Cologne
4h 40m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)LHR - CGN
5h 50m
€109–350
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Dover to Brussel Eurolines BusstationMichalovce
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln HbfIce
8h 5m
€40–91
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dover to Brussel Eurolines BusstationMichalovce
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne Airport CGNN870 / ...
9h 52m
€33–60
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
2. Drive from Calais to Cologne
5h 55m
€98–139
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)STN - CGN
5h 26m
€74–257
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
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 33m
€104–337
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central 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 14m
€118–339

Folkestone to Cologne by train

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6h 43mAverage Duration

€127Cheapest Price

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Distance: 702.7 km
Duration: 6h 43m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Koeln Hbf via London St Pancras Intl and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 6h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shellons Street Car Park to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Pencester Road, Dover, Brussel Eurolines Busstation, Brussels-North train station, Cologne Airport CGN, and Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf in around 9h 52m.

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