How to travel from Cologne to Schaffhausen

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Compare train and bus for Cologne to Schaffhausen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Schaffhausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of CHF84 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF84, while a train costs an average of CHF84.

Distance: 236 miles (380 km)

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

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

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6:28 AM6h17
    Cologne
    12:45 PMSchaffhausen
    CHF1361One-way
    0 transfers

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  • Deutsche Bahn
    6:28 AM6h17
    Cologne
    12:45 PMSchaffhausen
    CHF1361One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6:28 AM6h17
    Cologne
    12:45 PMSchaffhausen
    CHF1361One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Cologne to Schaffhausen

Travel to Schaffhausen 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 Cologne to Schaffhausen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Cologne and Schaffhausen including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Schaffhausen is a bus with an average price of CHF48.

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

A bus is CHF35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Schaffhausen costing on average CHF84.

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

Other travel options to Schaffhausen take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 50m.

Bus takes on average 12h 24m.

The distance from Cologne to Schaffhausen is approximately 236 miles (380 km).
The average frequency per day from Cologne to Schaffhausen is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cologne to Schaffhausen:
  • Flights mostly depart from Cologne Bonn Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Cologne Hbf and arrive in Schaffhausen.
  • Buses mostly depart from Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) and arrive in Schaffhausen, Spitalstrasse (Landhaus).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cologne to Schaffhausen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Eurowings to go to Schaffhausen by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Schaffhausen by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Cologne to Schaffhausen:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Eurowings.
Omio customers who travel from Cologne to Schaffhausen often also extend their vacation to go to Zurich, Stuttgart, Singen, Basel, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Schaffhausen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Schaffhausen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
You typically need 1 to 2 days in Schaffhausen to explore its main attractions, including the Rhine Falls and the charming Old Town.

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