How to get to Cologne from Exeter

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Compare coach for Exeter to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £120 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 18h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £120, while a coach costs an average of £120.

Distance: 736 km

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£63

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18h 14m

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9h 52m

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The cheapest way to travel from Exeter to Cologne is a coach with an average price of £120.
The fastest way to travel from Exeter to Cologne is by coach with an average journey time of 18h 44m.
Yes, you can take a coach between Exeter and Cologne.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £120 compared to roughly £63 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-56.97. The journey takes 18h 14m versus 9h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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FAQs: Exeter to Cologne

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You can travel between Exeter and Cologne by coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Exeter to Cologne is a coach with an average price of £120.
The fastest way to travel from Exeter to Cologne is by coach with an average journey time of 18h 44m.
The Exeter to Cologne distance is approximately 736 km.
The average frequency per day from Exeter to Cologne is:
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Exeter and Cologne as scheduled services by coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Exeter to Cologne:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Exeter to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Cologne by coach.
Omio customers who travel from Exeter to Cologne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, London, Brussels. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cologne and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Exeter to Cologne, you can take a coach.
In Cologne, visitors can explore the Cologne Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with impressive Gothic architecture, and visit the Museum Ludwig for modern art by artists like Picasso and Warhol. A Rhine River Cruise offers scenic views of the city's skyline and landmarks, while the Hohenzollern Bridge is known for love locks and panoramic river views. The Old Town (Altstadt) charms with historic streets and traditional beer halls. Families might enjoy the Cologne Zoo, which is rich in diverse animal species. For culture and entertainment, attend a concert at the Cologne Philharmonic Hall, or discover the Belgian Quarter’s trendy boutiques and cafes. The Cologne Chocolate Museum provides an interactive experience about chocolate history, and the Botanical Gardens Flora showcases beautiful plant species and floral displays.
To fully enjoy Cologne's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, museums, and Rhine River cruises, plan to spend about 2 to 3 days.

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