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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £66, and a train costs an average of £268.
Distance: 1152 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£327 Average Price | £130 Average Price | £68 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 34h 40m Average total duration 34h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Cologne to Birmingham by train, coach or flight
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Why should you book Cologne to Birmingham trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), but also compare tickets for the likes of Eurostar to find the best option for your trip from Cologne to Birmingham.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Cologne to Birmingham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Birmingham
Italy
United Kingdom
Trains from Cologne to Birmingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £268 but you can travel from only £66 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 1152 km distance in 4h 43m.
Distance 1152 km |
Average train duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £268 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 43m |
First train 6:39 |
Last train 21:42 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar from Cologne to Birmingham trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar trains will get you between Cologne and Birmingham from £66. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Cologne to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Birmingham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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