What is the cheapest way to get from Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne is to bus which costs €50 - €130 and takes 18h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 5h 7m and costs €85 - €290.

Is there a direct train between Shoreham-by-Sea and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Shoreham-by-Sea (Sussex) and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Gatwick Airport, London St Pancras Intl and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne?

The distance between Shoreham-by-Sea and Cologne is 684 km.

How do I travel from Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs €130 - €480.

How long does it take to get from Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne?

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne train from?

Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne train services, operated by Southern, depart from Shoreham-by-Sea (Sussex) station.

Train or bus from Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne?

The best way to get from Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs €130 - €480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €130 and takes 18h 49m.

What is the time difference between Shoreham-by-Sea and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h ahead of Shoreham-by-Sea. It is currently 3:30 PM in Shoreham-by-Sea and 4:30 PM in Cologne.

Where does the Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne train arrive?

Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

How do I get a train ticket from Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne?

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Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne by train (Eurostar), train, bus, car, car train, 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 Shoreham-by-Sea (Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiEil
4. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln HbfIce
7h 13m
€139–480
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shoreham-by-Sea (Sussex) to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Brussels Midi / Brussels South West
3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbf79
11h 28m
€52–227
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Shoreham-by-Sea to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Cologne
6h 30m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Shoreham-by-Sea (Sussex) to London Victoria
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)LHR - CGN
5h 46m
€108–405
Bus
1. Take the bus from Old Steine to London Victoria817
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cologne Airport CGNN280 / ...
18h 49m
€52–125
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Shoreham-by-Sea to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Cologne
7h 38m
€119–175
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Shoreham-by-Sea (Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)LGW - DUS
5h 7m
€86–285
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Shoreham-by-Sea (Sussex) to London Victoria
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)STN - CGN
6h
€75–326
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Shoreham-by-Sea (Sussex) to London Victoria
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)LHR - DUS
6h 28m
€103–402
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Shoreham-by-Sea (Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Frankfurt (FRA)LGW - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
5h 14m
€132–331
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Brussels Airport, train
1. Take the train from Shoreham-by-Sea (Sussex) to London Victoria
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Brussels Airport (BRU)LHR - BRU
3. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbf
8h 7m
€132–408

Shoreham-by-Sea to Cologne by train

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Distance: 683.5 km
Duration: 7h 13m

What companies run services between Shoreham-by-Sea, England and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Shoreham-by-Sea (Sussex) to Koeln Hbf via Gatwick Airport, London St Pancras Intl, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 7h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Old Steine, London Victoria, Cologne Airport CGN, and Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf in around 18h 49m.

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