- Must visit
Museum Ludwig
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its Picasso collection and important Pop Art holdings.
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
3 h 48 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Augsburg to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Augsburg to Cologne will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 5 trains that leave Augsburg for Cologne on Tue, Jun 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 09 the direct trains cover the 402 km distance in an average of 4 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 48 m .
On Tue, Jun 09 the slowest trains will take 5 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Augsburg to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $110.
Distance: 249 miles (402 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$111 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $243 Average price | $91 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Augsburg to Cologne:
A bus is $69 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Augsburg to Cologne costing on average $111 (€91).
A bus is $201 (€164) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Augsburg to Cologne costing on average $243 (€198).
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 22m.
Bus takes on average 6h 50m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (4h 22m by train vs 4h 50m by car). Tickets start at around $111 (€91) compared to roughly $91 (€74) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Augsburg to Cologne trains for today, Monday, June 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1012 | Delayed 4:51 AM 6:48 AMAugsburg Hbf | 3h41 | 8:31 AM 8:31 AMCologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1012 · ICE 1020 | Delayed 4:51 AM 6:48 AMAugsburg Hbf | 5h17 | 12:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 692 · ICE 202 | On time 7:14 AM Augsburg Hbf | 3h51 | 11:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 772 · IC 1947+ TGV 9576 | Delayed 7:23 AM 7:20 AMAugsburg Hbf | 5h45 | 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 612 | On time 8:01 AM Augsburg Hbf | 4h04 | 12:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Augsburg to Cologne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 249 miles (402 km) distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 249 miles (402 km) |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 6 days |
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Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its Picasso collection and important Pop Art holdings.
Archaeological museum focused on Roman Cologne; famous for mosaics and finds from the ancient city. Main building has had closures, but the collection remains significant.
Leading fine arts museum with medieval, Baroque and 19th-century European painting in Cologne's historic center.
The city's most visited walking area, with narrow lanes, churches, colorful houses and easy access to major sights.
Popular riverside walking route with postcard views of the cathedral, bridges and skyline, especially lively near sunset.
Historic square in the Old Town surrounded by traditional facades, busy pedestrian activity and classic Cologne atmosphere.
Cologne’s signature pale beer, traditionally served in small cylindrical glasses called Stangen. It is central to the city’s brewing culture and best enjoyed in a Brauhaus.
A classic Cologne dish of mashed potatoes and apple sauce, often served with fried onions and black pudding. The sweet-savory combination is strongly associated with Rhineland home cooking.
Despite the name, this is not chicken but a rye bread roll with Gouda, mustard, onions, and pickles. It is a beloved Brauhaus snack traditionally eaten with Kölsch.
A celebrated fine-dining restaurant in Cologne known for creative modern tasting menus and polished service, ideal for a higher-end culinary experience.
A well-known casual restaurant famous for schnitzel and generous portions, with a friendly, old-school Cologne neighborhood feel.
A long-established Brauhaus in the Old Town serving hearty Cologne specialties, fresh Kölsch, and a warm wood-paneled atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate by German standards: supermarkets and casual food are reasonable, while hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included, but a tip is expected. Round up in cafés and taxis, and add about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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