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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Calais Station is to bus and train which costs €45 - €90 and takes 9h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Calais Station is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Calais Station?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Calais Station. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Gare Lille Europe and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Cologne to Calais Station?

The distance between Cologne and Calais Station is 428 km. The road distance is 405.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Calais Station without a car is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs €75 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Cologne to Calais Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Calais Station train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Calais Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Calais Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Calais Station is 405 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Cologne to Calais Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais Station?

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

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

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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 48m
€77–202
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 27m
€46–89
Drive 405.3 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Calais Stationcar 405.3 km
3h 57m
€64–93
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Tournaitrain Trn / ...
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
6h 44m
€74–201
Train via Tournai #2
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Tournaitrain Trn / ...
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
6h 48m
€100–179

Cologne to Calais Station by train and tram

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5h 48mAverage Duration

€77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 428.2 km
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Calais Station, 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 Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 48m.

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