Cardiff to Cologne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cardiff from Cologne?

The distance from Cardiff to Cologne is 440.1 miles (708.3 km) as the crow flies. Cologne is located E of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 508.3 miles, taking about 9h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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.