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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Cologne is to bus which costs €55 - €140 and takes 21h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Cologne is to fly which takes 4h 45m and costs €55 - €180.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Newcastle, London St Pancras Intl and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Cologne?

The distance between Sunderland and Cologne is 783 km.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Cologne without a car is to train via Central Station which takes 9h 12m and costs €150 - €600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Sunderland to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Cologne train from?

Sunderland to Cologne train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train, bus or fly from Sunderland to Cologne?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Cologne is to train via Central Station which takes 9h 12m and costs €150 - €600. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €55 - €180 and takes 4h 45m, you could also bus, which costs €55 - €140 and takes 21h 45m.

What is the time difference between Sunderland and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h ahead of Sunderland. It is currently 9:15 PM in Sunderland and 10:15 PM in Cologne.

Where does the Sunderland to Cologne train arrive?

Sunderland to Cologne train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Sunderland to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Sunderland 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 to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)NCL - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
5h 16m
€86–247
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)NCL - CGN
4h 45m
€58–171
Train via Central Station
1. Take the train from Newcastle to King's Cross
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
9h 12m
€157–554
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Durham to Sheffield
2. Take the bus from Sheffield to Brussel Eurolines Busstation
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Nord to Köln HbfNj
21h 19m
€78–172
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Sunderland to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Cologne
10h 5m
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Frankfurt (FRA)NCL - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
5h 47m
€120–334
Train
1. Take the train from Sunderland to King's Cross
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiEil
3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbf79
9h 16m
€160–541
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to London VictoriaUk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cologne Airport CGNN280
21h 45m
€60–134
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Sunderland to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Cologne
11h 12m
€191–279

Sunderland to Cologne by train

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9h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 783.5 km
Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a subway from Sunderland to Koeln Hbf via Central Station, Newcastle, London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 9h 12m. Alternatively, Jet2.com flies from Newcastle (NCL) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) twice a week.

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