The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
9 h 26 m
Average duration
9 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
384 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee without transferring at least once.
12:06 AM9h26Cologne9:32 AMRadolfzell am Bodensee$1051One-way1 transfer
12:06 AM9h26Cologne9:32 AMRadolfzell am Bodensee$1051One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $105.
Distance: 238 miles (384 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$139 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $188 Average price | $89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee:
A bus is $85 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee costing on average $139 (€114).
A bus is $134 (€110) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee costing on average $188 (€154).
Other travel options to Radolfzell am Bodensee take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 31m.
Bus takes on average 6h 20m.
Tickets start at around $139 (€114) compared to roughly $89 (€73) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-49.38 (€-40.45). The journey takes 5h 31m versus 5h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:06 AM Cologne | 9h26 | 9:32 AM Radolfzell am Bodensee | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee
Trains from Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 238 miles (384 km) distance in 5h 43m.
Distance 238 miles (384 km) |
Average train duration 5h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 43m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 9:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne and Radolfzell am Bodensee from $32 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee 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 Radolfzell am Bodensee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee
Most Cologne to Radolfzell am Bodensee trains use the Köln Hbf to Radolfzell station pair, with some services arriving at Böhringen-Rickelshausen. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Radolfzell am Bodensee train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Radolfzell am Bodensee leave from?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Köln-Ehrenfeld from Cologne city centre
Köln-Ehrenfeld is 3 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln-Ehrenfeld train station facilities and services
Köln-Ehrenfeld 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: I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato, Burger King, Café Franck, Eichendorf
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. ATMs are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Information desks are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln-Ehrenfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln-Ehrenfeld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kölnotel, Black Hotels.
Which Radolfzell am Bodensee station do trains from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Radolfzell from Radolfzell am Bodensee city centre
Radolfzell train station facilities and services
Radolfzell 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: Nepal Haus, ESV-Heim, Gasthof Seerose, Eiscafe Tiramisu
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Radolfzell. ATMs are available at Radolfzell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Radolfzell. Information desks are available at Radolfzell.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Radolfzell. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Radolfzell: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Radolfzell: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Radolfzell.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Gasthof Seerose, Hotel Krone, Hotel Kreuz, Hotel am Stadtgarten.
Getting to Böhringen-Rickelshausen from Radolfzell am Bodensee city centre
Böhringen-Rickelshausen is 3 km from Radolfzell am Bodensee city centre. Public transport options include:
Böhringen-Rickelshausen train station facilities and services
Böhringen-Rickelshausen 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: Restaurant Sonne, Böhringen See Kebab
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Böhringen-Rickelshausen. ATMs are available at Böhringen-Rickelshausen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Böhringen-Rickelshausen. Information desks are available at Böhringen-Rickelshausen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Böhringen-Rickelshausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Böhringen-Rickelshausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Böhringen-Rickelshausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Böhringen-Rickelshausen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sternen.
Getting to Markelfingen from Radolfzell am Bodensee city centre
Markelfingen is 2 km from Radolfzell am Bodensee city centre. Public transport options include:
Markelfingen train station facilities and services
Markelfingen 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: Sportheim am Ried, Restaurant Campingplatz Markelfingen, Kellhof, Radhotel + Einkehr am Gleis
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Markelfingen. ATMs are available at Markelfingen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Markelfingen. Information desks are available at Markelfingen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Markelfingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Markelfingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Markelfingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Markelfingen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kellhof, Radhotel + Einkehr am Gleis.
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