Birmingham, United Kingdom to Cologne: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Cologne?
The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Cologne is 393.5 miles (633.2 km) as the crow flies. Cologne is located ESE of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 485.5 miles, taking about 8h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Birmingham, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, while Cologne is in Germany.
This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.
Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, United Kingdom and Cologne. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Cologne
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 131 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
- You could travel this distance about 63.3 times to circle the Earth's equator