- Must visit
Käthe-Kruse-Puppen-Museum Donauwörth
Main local history museum covering Donauwörth’s imperial past, urban development, and regional culture in the former Capuchin monastery.
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Cologne to Donauwörth trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Cologne and Donauwörth. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
4h 12m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
$106
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
15 a day
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Duration
4h 10m
Cheapest Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Price
$286
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Donauwörth
Things to do in Donauwörth
Discover the best of Donauwörth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Donauwörth trip today.
- Recommended
Stadtmuseum Donauwörth
Specialist museum dedicated to Käthe Kruse dolls, displaying craftsmanship, childhood history, and iconic German toy design.
- Recommended
Klostermuseum Heilig Kreuz Donauwörth
Museum-style monastic treasury and church art setting at Heilig Kreuz, valued for devotional art and pilgrimage history.
- Must visit
Reichsstraße Donauwörth
Donauwörth’s grand main street lined with colorful gabled houses, shops, and civic landmarks; the essential old-town promenade.
- Recommended
Insel Ried Donauwörth
Historic island quarter between river branches with picturesque lanes, making it one of the town’s most atmospheric walking areas.
- Recommended
Donauanlagen Donauwörth
Riverside green area ideal for relaxing walks and views across the Danube, popular with locals in warmer months.
- Vegetarian
Käsespätzle
Swabian egg noodles often served with cheese and fried onions. A beloved comfort dish across Bavarian Swabia and common in local inns.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Knödel
Potato dumplings, often pan-fried or served as a side. A staple in Bavarian and Swabian home cooking around Donauwörth.
Flädlesuppe
Thin pancakes sliced into strips and served in clear beef broth. A classic southern German soup found in traditional regional restaurants.
Ristorante Pizzeria La Rocca
Casual Italian restaurant with a strong local reputation for pizza and pasta, offering a relaxed option alongside traditional German fare.
AKZENT Hotel Am Eichwalde Restaurant
Established hotel restaurant serving Franconian and Bavarian dishes in a refined but approachable setting near the town center.
Hotel Gasthof Zum Goldenen Lamm
Traditional Bavarian inn in the historic center, known for regional classics, beer, and a cozy old-town atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Germany: lodging and dining are usually cheaper than Munich, while local transit and daily costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common in restaurants. Taxis: round up. Cafes: leave small change for table service.
DB Navigator
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Prices
- Single ticket
- € 3.30
- Day pass
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To the city center
Donauwörth Bahnhof -> Donauwörth Rathaus, Donauwörth
- Distance
- 750 m
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Buy regional bus tickets before boarding when possible; fare options can vary by operator in Donauwörth.
- Contactless card payment is common in the DB Navigator app, but on-board bus payment options may be limited, so carry a backup payment method.
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Donauwörth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Donauwörth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Donauwörth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Donauwörth
Most Cologne to Donauwörth trains use the Köln Hbf to Donauwörth station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Donauwörth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Cologne
Arrival train stations in Donauwörth
Which Cologne station do trains to Donauwörth leave from?
Trains from Cologne to Donauwörth leave from Köln Hbf. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Cologne city centre at Trankgasse 11, 50667 Cologne, Germany.
Köln HbfTrankgasse 11, 50667 Cologne, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRb26 · 16m · $9 · every ~3 min
BusIvano-Frankivsk · 20m
Subway16 · 46m · $6 · every ~9 min
18, 16 · 51m · $6 · every ~14 min
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln Messe/DeutzKöln Messe/Deutz, Ottoplatz 7, 50679 Köln
City-centre transport
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRb26 · 12m · $4 · every ~3 min
Subway1, 9, 4, 3 · 15m · $2 · every ~52 min
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Which Donauwörth station do trains from Cologne arrive at?
Trains from Cologne to Donauwörth arrive at Donauwörth. Donauwörth is 1 miles (2 km) from Donauwörth city centre.
DonauwörthDonauwörth, Bahnhofstr. 34, 86609 Donauwörth
City-centre transport
Getting to Donauwörth from Donauwörth city centre
Donauwörth is 2 km from Donauwörth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus6, 5, 3, 2, 1 · 7m · every ~4 min
Donauwörth train station facilities and services
Donauwörth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gasthaus zum Bären, Promenade Stube, Eisforum La Pizzera, Mythos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Donauwörth. ATMs are available at Donauwörth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Donauwörth. Information desks are available at Donauwörth.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Donauwörth. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Donauwörth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Donauwörth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Donauwörth.
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