How to travel from Bregenz to Cologne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bregenz to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bregenz to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $64 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $64, while a flight costs an average of $464.

Distance: 268 miles (432 km)

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Driving

$64

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Cheapest

$78

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$464

Average price

$111

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(fuel + tolls)

6h 8m

Average total duration

5h 38m

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30m

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11h 50m

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11h 20m

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3h 45m

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1h 45m

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2h 0m

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6h 16m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.4 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

1.3 - 2.6kg

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Eurowings

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bregenz to Cologne is a bus with an average price of $78.

This is compared to other travel options from Bregenz to Cologne:

A bus is $80 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bregenz to Cologne costing on average $159.

A bus is $385 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bregenz to Cologne costing on average $464.

The fastest way to travel from Bregenz to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 52m.

Bus takes on average 11h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bregenz and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bregenz to Cologne among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 54m sooner (5h 22m by train vs 6h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $159 compared to roughly $111 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.

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from Bregenz to Cologne

How to get from Bregenz to Cologne by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Bregenz to Cologne is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:50 AM13h50
    Bregenz, Fritz-Mayer-Platz (Busbahnhof)
    7:40 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    $401One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:50 AM13h50
    Bregenz, Fritz-Mayer-Platz (Busbahnhof)
    7:40 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    $401One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW763
    8:50 AM1h05
    Zurich Airport
    9:55 AMCologne Bonn Airport
    $851One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnREX 25914 · 78920 · 57608 · ICE 598
    9:20 AM5h45
    Bregenz station
    3:05 PMCologne Hbf
    $1161One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEC 97 · 3686 · ICE 610 · IC 2045
    9:02 AM6h04
    Bregenz station
    3:06 PMCologne Hbf
    $1561One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEC 97 · 3686 · ICE 610
    9:02 AM5h03
    Bregenz station
    2:05 PMCologne Hbf
    $1911One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:25 PM14h15
    Bregenz, Fritz-Mayer-Platz (Busbahnhof)
    4:40 AMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    $401One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:25 PM15h35
    Bregenz, Fritz-Mayer-Platz (Busbahnhof)
    10:00 AMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    $401One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:15 PM12h35
    Bregenz, Fritz-Mayer-Platz (Busbahnhof)
    5:50 AMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    $421One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsLX4424
    8:50 AM1h05
    Zurich Airport
    9:55 AMCologne Bonn Airport
    $2071One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH1976+SwissLH5763
    9:30 AM2h55
    Zurich Airport
    12:25 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    $5741One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bregenz to Cologne

Travel to Cologne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bregenz to Cologne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bregenz and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bregenz to Cologne is a train with an average price of $64.

This is compared to other travel options from Bregenz to Cologne:

A train is $3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bregenz to Cologne costing on average $67.

A train is $93 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bregenz to Cologne costing on average $157.

The fastest way to travel from Bregenz to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 5m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 8m.

Bus takes on average 9h 29m.

The distance from Bregenz to Cologne is approximately 268 miles (432 km).
The average frequency per day from Bregenz to Cologne is:
  • Around 14 trains per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bregenz and Cologne as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bregenz to Cologne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bregenz station and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bregenz, Fritz-Mayer-Platz (Busbahnhof) and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bregenz to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Eurowings to go to Cologne by flight.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Cologne by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Cologne by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bregenz to Cologne with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Eurowings.
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 0 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Omio customers who travel from Bregenz to Cologne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cologne and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Cologne to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Cologne, you can explore the Cologne Chocolate Museum to learn about chocolate history and production, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and visit the Botanical Gardens Flora for stunning floral displays. Discover trendy boutiques and vibrant street art in the Belgian Quarter, or attend a concert at the renowned Cologne Philharmonic Hall. Don't miss the iconic Cologne Cathedral, the modern art collection at Museum Ludwig, and the love lock-adorned Hohenzollern Bridge. Wander through the charming Old Town (Altstadt) and visit the diverse Cologne Zoo.
Three days are generally recommended to explore Cologne's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, Old Town, and museums.

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