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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Calais Ferry Port is to bus which costs €40 - €70 and takes 8h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Calais Ferry Port is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Calais Ferry Port?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Calais Ferry Port. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Calais via Düsseldorf central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Calais Ferry Port?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Calais Ferry Port. 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 4h 59m.

How far is it from Cologne to Calais Ferry Port?

The distance between Cologne and Calais Ferry Port is 428 km. The road distance is 407.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Calais Ferry Port without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs €75 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Cologne to Calais Ferry Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Calais Ferry Port bus from?

Cologne to Calais Ferry Port bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Calais Ferry Port train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Calais Ferry Port?

The best way to get from Cologne to Calais Ferry Port is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs €75 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Cologne to Calais Ferry Port bus arrive?

Cologne to Calais Ferry Port bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Calais station.

Where does the Cologne to Calais Ferry Port train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Calais Ferry Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Calais Ferry Port is 407 km. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Cologne to Calais Ferry Port.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais Ferry Port?

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

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

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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
4h 59m
€76–185
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Calaisbus N280 / ...
8h 16m
€43–69
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
6h 56m
€56–159
Drive 407.1 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Calais Ferry Portcar 407.1 km
3h 58m
€64–93
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 28m
€109–181

Cologne to Calais Ferry Port by train and bus

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4h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 428.4 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Calais Ferry Port, 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 4h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Calais twice daily. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 6h 50m.

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