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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Cologne is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 10h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 5h 46m and costs €70 - €260.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Whitstable to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Whitstable and arriving at Koeln Hbf via London St Pancras Intl and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Cologne?

The distance between Whitstable and Cologne is 684 km.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs €120 - €550.

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Whitstable to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Whitstable to Cologne?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Cologne is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs €120 - €550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 10h 51m.

What is the time difference between Whitstable and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h ahead of Whitstable. It is currently 1:59 AM in Whitstable and 2:59 AM in Cologne.

Where does the Whitstable to Cologne train arrive?

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

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

Book your Whitstable to Cologne train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1760+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 11 ways to get from Whitstable 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 Whitstable 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
7h 2m
€121–524
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Brussel Eurolines BusstationMichalovce
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Köln Hbf79
9h 3m
€29–91
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
2. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Cologne
5h 19m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London St Pancras Intl
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)LHR - CGN
6h 4m
€103–378
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Dover to Brussel Eurolines BusstationMichalovce
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln HbfIce
9h 3m
€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 / ...
10h 51m
€33–60
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Whitstable to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Cologne
6h 17m
€102–145
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)STN - CGN
5h 46m
€71–257
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London St Pancras Intl
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)LHR - DUS
6h 48m
€98–365
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)LGW - DUS
6h 30m
€103–331
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Eindhoven Airport, train
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Eindhoven Airport (EIN)STN - EIN
3. Take the train from Eindhoven to Köln Hbf
8h 30m
€94–326

Whitstable to Cologne by train

56Weekly Trains

7h 2mAverage Duration

€121Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Whitstable to Cologne.

Launch map view

Distance: 683.7 km
Duration: 7h 2m

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

You can take a train from Whitstable to Koeln Hbf via London St Pancras Intl and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 7h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbour Street to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Bus Station, Pencester Road, Dover, Brussel Eurolines Busstation, Brussels-North train station, Cologne Airport CGN, and Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf in around 10h 51m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.