Cologne to Lincoln, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

355.2 miles 571.7 km · straight line
426.3 miles estimated 686 km · driving distance
8h 35min estimated drive time
€74 - €91 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
299° WNW bearing direction

How far is Cologne from Lincoln, United Kingdom?

The distance from Cologne to Lincoln, United Kingdom is 355.2 miles (571.7 km) as the crow flies. Lincoln, United Kingdom is located WNW of Cologne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 426.3 miles, taking about 8h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Cologne is in Germany, while Lincoln, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Cologne and Lincoln, United Kingdom. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cologne to Lincoln, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 35min €74 - €91 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 18min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~8h 9min $51–$149* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cologne & Lincoln, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Cologne
50.94°N, 6.96°E
Europe/Berlin
37m elevation
Lincoln, United Kingdom
53.23°N, 0.54°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 118 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 70.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients