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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Cologne is to bus which costs €60 - €120 and takes 21h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 5h 14m and costs €45 - €210.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Koeln Hbf via London St Pancras Intl and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Wigan to Cologne?

The distance between Wigan and Cologne is 902 km.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 7h 55m and costs €210 - €500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 55m to get from Wigan to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Cologne train from?

Wigan to Cologne train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Train or bus from Wigan to Cologne?

The best way to get from Wigan to Cologne is to train which takes 7h 55m and costs €210 - €500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €120 and takes 21h 6m.

What is the time difference between Wigan and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h ahead of Wigan. It is currently 4:37 AM in Wigan and 5:37 AM in Cologne.

Where does the Wigan to Cologne train arrive?

Wigan to Cologne train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Wigan to Cologne - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, Eurotunnel, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Wigan 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
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to London Eustontrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Eil
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
7h 55m
€213–496
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Boltontrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MAN - CGN
5h 14m
€50–205
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Brussels Midi / Brussels South Westbus
3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain 79
17h 9m
€66–197
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Wigan to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Colognecar
9h 20m
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Boltontrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MAN - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain
5h 45m
€90–267
Bus
1. Take the bus from Warrington Interchange to London Victoriabus Uk021
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cologne Airport CGNbus N870 / ...
21h 6m
€61–118
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Wigan to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Colognecar
10h 32m
€174–249
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BHX - DUS
6h 24m
€120–368
Fly Manchester Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MAN - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
6h 29m
€129–276
Fly Manchester Airport to Brussels Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane MAN - BRU
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain
7h 41m
€118–262

Wigan to Cologne by train and foot

56Weekly Services

7h 55mAverage Duration

€213Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Wigan to Cologne.

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Distance: 901.8 km
Duration: 7h 55m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Koeln Hbf via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 7h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Warrington Interchange, London Victoria, Cologne Airport CGN, and Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf in around 21h 6m.

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