How to travel from Graz to Cologne

There are 3 options to travel between Graz and Cologne including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Graz to Cologne is a bus with an average price of €49.

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

A bus is €79 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Graz to Cologne costing on average €128.

A bus is €333 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Graz to Cologne costing on average €382.

The fastest way to travel from Graz to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 1m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 3m.

Bus takes on average 13h 57m.

The distance from Graz to Cologne is approximately 468 miles (754 km).

The average frequency per day from Graz to Cologne is:

• Around 10 trains per day.
• Around 7 flights per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Graz to Cologne:

• Flights mostly depart from Graz Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Graz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling) and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).
• Trains mostly depart from Graz Hbf and arrive in Cologne Hbf.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Graz to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa to go to Cologne by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Cologne by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | InterCity to go to Cologne by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Graz to Cologne:

• 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Graz 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.