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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Calais is to bus and train which costs €45 - €95 and takes 9h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Calais is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Calais. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Cologne to Calais?

The distance between Cologne and Calais is 428 km. The road distance is 404.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs €70 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Cologne to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Calais train from?

Cologne to Calais train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Calais train arrive?

Cologne to Calais train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bruxelles Midi station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Calais is 404 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Cologne to Calais.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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Cologne to Calais - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Calais by train (TGV), bus, train, night train, car, or train (Eurostar, TGV)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 17m
€74–227
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne - Airport Bus Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
9h 5m
€45–93
Night train, train
1. Take the nighttrain from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midinighttrain Nj
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Tournaitrain Trn / ...
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
7h 5m
€56–163
Drive 404.5 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Calaiscar 404.5 km
3h 56m
€64–92
Train via Calais Frethun
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
5h 29m
€103–179

Cologne to Calais by train and bus

90Weekly Services

5h 17mAverage Duration

€74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 428.4 km
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Calais Ville via Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Rue De Tournai, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 17m.

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