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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.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fürstenfeldbruck to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a flight costs an average of $185.
Distance: 270 miles (436 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$181 Average price | $185 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $97 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Fürstenfeldbruck to Cologne:
A bus is $128 (€106) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fürstenfeldbruck to Cologne costing on average $181 (€150).
A bus is $132 (€109) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fürstenfeldbruck to Cologne costing on average $185 (€153).
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 11m.
Bus takes on average 7h 45m.
Tickets start at around $181 (€150) compared to roughly $97 (€81) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-83.37 (€-68.95). The journey takes 6h 11m versus 6h 3m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Fürstenfeldbruck to Cologne trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:14 PM Fürstenfeldbruck | 4h51 | 10:05 PM Cologne | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Fürstenfeldbruck to Cologne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $181 (€150) but you can travel from only $53 (€44) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:14, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 270 miles (436 km) distance in 6h 11m.
Distance 270 miles (436 km) |
Average train duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $181 (€150) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 11m |
First train 3:14 AM |
Last train 11:31 PM |
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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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