Cologne to Dunkirk by train

  • First train
    00:17
  • Last train
    21:42
  • Avg changes
    1
  • Fastest journey
    3hr 38m
  • Distance
    322 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    20
  • Avg. journey time
    8hr 20m
  • Train operators
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The cheapest price is the lowest fare we've ever found for this journey. These prices can usually be found by searching when booking opens but they vary due to availability, which depends on factors like the day of the week or time of year.

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30 day and 7 day prices fluctuate based on demand and availability at the time of search. For example, the 7-day price in summer is likely to be more expensive than the same journey in winter.

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Explore Cologne to Dunkirk by train

Thinking about travelling from Cologne to Dunkirk by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost between Cologne to Dunkirk

Getting from Cologne to Dunkirk by rail typically costs €63.75, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Cologne to Dunkirk departure frequency and train timetable

With 20 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 41 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 00:17 and the last one is at 20:33. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:22, with the last one at 21:42.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Cologne to Dunkirk?

On this route spanning 322 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 3 hours and 38 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets from Cologne to Dunkirk?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 4 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Further insights on trains from Cologne to Dunkirk

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Dunkirk city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Cologne to Dunkirk

Want to know more about your journey from Cologne to Dunkirk? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What’s the distance between Cologne and Dunkirk by train?

The train journey from Cologne to Dunkirk covers 322 kilometres in total.

How much is a train ticket from Cologne to Dunkirk?

The cheapest fare on this route is €63.75. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Cologne to Dunkirk by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 4 months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Cologne to Dunkirk by train?

The shortest trip is 3 hours and 38 minutes.

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