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 51m.

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 11m and costs €80 - €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 Koeln Hbf via Baker Street station, London St Pancras Intl and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

How far is it from Solihull to Cologne?

The distance between Solihull and Cologne is 770 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 42m and costs €110 - €600.

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

It takes approximately 7h 42m 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 42m and costs €110 - €600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €85 and takes 15h 51m, you could also fly, which costs €80 - €190 and takes 4h 11m.

What is the time difference between Solihull and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h ahead of Solihull. It is currently 1:22 PM in Solihull and 2:22 PM 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 1753+ hotels available in Cologne.

Solihull to Cologne - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 11 ways to get from Solihull to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, train, 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 via Birmingham International
best
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 Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln HbfIce
7h 42m
€119–553
Bus, train
cheapest
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 Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbf79
15h 9m
€48–172
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 Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)BHX - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln Hbf
4h 40m
€87–247
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 Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln HbfIce
7h 48m
€126–553
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham to Brussel Eurolines BusstationMichalovce
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne Airport CGNN280 / ...
15h 51m
€50–80
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
€149–213
Fly Birmingham Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)BHX - CGN
4h 11m
€82–190
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
6h
€117–434
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Solihull to London Marylebone
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)LHR - DUS
6h 43m
€112–421
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 24m
€79–344

Solihull to Cologne by bus, train, and foot

56Weekly Services

7h 42mAverage Duration

€119Cheapest Price

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Distance: 769.6 km
Duration: 7h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Solihull Town Centre to Koeln Hbf via Birmingham International Station, Birmingham International, London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 7h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lode Lane to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Park St, Birmingham, Brussel Eurolines Busstation, Brussels-North train station, Cologne Airport CGN, and Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf in around 15h 51m.

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