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Museum Ludwig
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its strong Picasso collection and Pop Art holdings.
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
6 h 53 m
Average duration
6 h 57 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
489 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Deggendorf to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Deggendorf to Cologne without transferring at least once.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Deggendorf to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $81. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. 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 train costs an average of $81, and a flight costs an average of $125.
Distance: 303 miles (489 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$155 Average price Cheapest | $220 Average price | $106 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Deggendorf to Cologne:
A train is $65 (€52) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Deggendorf to Cologne costing on average $220 (€178).
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 37m.
Bus takes on average 6h 28m.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (5h 37m by train vs 5h 57m by car). Tickets start at around $155 (€126) compared to roughly $106 (€86) 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.
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 Deggendorf to Cologne trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:44 AM Deggendorf | 6h59 | 6:43 PM Cologne | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:44 PM Deggendorf | 6h59 | 8:43 PM Cologne | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:44 PM Deggendorf | 6h53 | 10:37 PM Cologne | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Deggendorf to Cologne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 (€65) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 303 miles (489 km) distance in 6h 21m.
Distance 303 miles (489 km) |
Average train duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€65) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 6h 21m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 10:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Cologne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cologne trip today.
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its strong Picasso collection and Pop Art holdings.
Cologne’s key archaeology museum for Roman heritage, especially famous for the Dionysus mosaic and Roman artifacts from the city.
Important fine arts museum with medieval, Baroque, and 19th-century painting, including one of Germany’s leading Impressionist collections.
Popular riverfront promenade in Deutz with one of the city’s best postcard views toward the cathedral skyline, especially at sunset.
Classic walking area with narrow lanes, traditional houses, churches, and river access, ideal for first-time visitors.
One of the Old Town’s best-known squares, surrounded by historic facades and a lively atmosphere close to major sights.
Cologne’s signature top-fermented pale beer, traditionally served in small cylindrical glasses. It is central to the city’s brewing culture and best enjoyed in a local brauhaus.
A classic Cologne dish of mashed potatoes and apple sauce, usually served with black pudding and fried onions. The sweet-savory combination is strongly associated with Rhineland home cooking.
Despite the name, this is not chicken but a rye bread roll with aged Gouda, butter, mustard, and onions. It is a beloved Kölsch beer snack in traditional Cologne pubs.
An established fine-dining restaurant in central Cologne offering refined modern European cuisine, polished service, and an elegant hotel dining room.
A well-known casual restaurant loved for schnitzel and hearty German comfort food. It has a relaxed, local feel and a strong reputation among visitors and residents.
One of Cologne’s most famous brauhäuser near the cathedral, known for Kölsch and classic Rhineland dishes in a lively traditional atmosphere.
Moderate by German standards. Museums and transit are reasonable, while hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Add EUR 1-2 for taxis, and round up in cafés if table service is provided.
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