Cologne to London, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Cologne from London, United Kingdom?
The distance from Cologne to London, United Kingdom is 309.1 miles (497.5 km) as the crow flies. London, United Kingdom is located W of Cologne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 362 miles, taking about 6h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Cologne is in Germany, while London, 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 London, United Kingdom. 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 Cologne to London, United Kingdom
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 103 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
- You could travel this distance about 80.6 times to circle the Earth's equator