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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Cologne is to bus which costs €45 - €85 and takes 15h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Cologne is to fly which takes 4h 12m and costs €90 - €190.

Is there a direct train between Solihull and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Solihull to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Solihull and arriving at Köln Hbf via Baker Street station, London St Pancras Intl and Bruxelles Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Solihull to Cologne?

The distance between Solihull and Cologne is 657 km.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Cologne without a car is to train via Birmingham International which takes 7h 40m and costs €120 - €600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Solihull to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Cologne train from?

Solihull to Cologne train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, depart from Solihull station.

Train, bus or fly from Solihull to Cologne?

The best way to get from Solihull to Cologne is to train via Birmingham International which takes 7h 40m and costs €120 - €600. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €90 - €190 and takes 4h 12m, you could also bus, which costs €45 - €85 and takes 15h 49m.

What is the time difference between Solihull and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h ahead of Solihull. It is currently 6:50 AM in Solihull and 7:50 AM in Cologne.

Where does the Solihull to Cologne train arrive?

Solihull to Cologne train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, arrive at London Marylebone station.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1745+ hotels available in Cologne.

Solihull to Cologne - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Solihull to Cologne by plane, train, train (Eurostar), bus, car, car train, 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.

Fly Birmingham Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)BHX - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
4h 33m
€80–256
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham to Brussel Eurolines BusstationMichalovce
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne Airport CGNN280 / ...
15h 49m
€50–80
Train via Birmingham International
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiEil
3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbf79
7h 40m
€128–593
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals460 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Brussels Midi / Brussels South West
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln HbfIce
14h 37m
€59–181
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Solihull to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Cologne
7h 48m
Fly Birmingham Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)BHX - CGN
4h 12m
€92–184
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Solihull to London Marylebone
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)LHR - CGN
5h 55m
€115–421
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)MAN - CGN
6h 28m
€64–257
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)MAN - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
6h 54m
€92–329
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to London Euston
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)STN - CGN
6h 25m
€82–393
Train
1. Take the train from Solihull to London Marylebone
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiEil
3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbf79
7h 43m
€134–546
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Solihull to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Cologne
8h 55m
€149–219

Solihull to Cologne by bus, train, and foot

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7h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 657.3 km
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Solihull Town Centre to Köln Hbf via Birmingham International Station, Birmingham International, London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Brussels-Midi, and Bruxelles Midi in around 7h 40m. Alternatively, Jet2.com flies from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) 4 times a week.

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