How to travel from Konstanz to Cologne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Konstanz to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Konstanz to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr541 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. 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 bus costs an average of kr541, while a flight costs an average of kr1507.

Distance: 246 miles (396 km)

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Bus
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Driving

kr953

Average price

kr541

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Cheapest

kr1507

Average price

kr883

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 21m

Average total duration

5h 51m

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30m

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7h 48m

Average total duration

7h 18m

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30m

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3h 8m

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1h 8m

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2h 0m

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5h 44m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

1.2 - 2.4kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Konstanz to Cologne is a bus with an average price of kr541.

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

A bus is kr762 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Konstanz to Cologne costing on average kr1303.

A bus is kr3501 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Konstanz to Cologne costing on average kr4042.

The fastest way to travel from Konstanz to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 56m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 40m.

Bus takes on average 7h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Konstanz and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Konstanz 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 34m sooner (5h 10m by train vs 5h 44m by car). Tickets start at around kr1303 compared to roughly kr883 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 Konstanz to Cologne

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche Bahn4730 · ICE 102
    3:39 PM5h26
    Konstanz station
    9:05 PMCologne Hbf
    kr4321One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn4730 · ICE 102
    3:39 PM5h26
    Konstanz station
    9:05 PMCologne Hbf
    kr4321One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW767
    8:30 PM1h05
    Zurich Airport
    9:35 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    kr14971One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn4726 · ICE 104
    1:39 PM5h26
    Konstanz station
    7:05 PMCologne Hbf
    kr6041One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn4728 · ICE 276 · ICE 514
    2:39 PM5h26
    Konstanz station
    8:05 PMCologne Hbf
    kr6821One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4724 · ICE 278 · ICE 516
    12:39 PM5h26
    Konstanz station
    6:05 PMCologne Hbf
    kr7681One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:10 PM11h55
    Konstanz, Neue Rheinbrücke
    9:05 AMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    kr5471One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:55 PM13h50
    Konstanz, Allmannsdorf
    6:45 AMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    kr5521One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:00 PM13h50
    Konstanz, Allmannsdorf
    5:50 AMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    kr7081One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW765
    6:05 PM1h05
    Zurich Airport
    7:10 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    kr18421One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsLX4426
    6:05 PM1h05
    Zurich Airport
    7:10 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    kr35131One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsLX4428
    8:30 PM1h05
    Zurich Airport
    9:35 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    kr35131One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Konstanz 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 Konstanz to Cologne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Konstanz and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Konstanz to Cologne is a bus with an average price of kr541.

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

A bus is kr412 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Konstanz to Cologne costing on average kr953.

A bus is kr967 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Konstanz to Cologne costing on average kr1507.

The fastest way to travel from Konstanz to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 8m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 21m.

Bus takes on average 7h 48m.

The distance from Konstanz to Cologne is approximately 246 miles (396 km).
The average frequency per day from Konstanz to Cologne is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Konstanz 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 Konstanz to Cologne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Konstanz station and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Konstanz, Neue Rheinbrücke and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Konstanz to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Smartwings, Eurowings to go to Cologne by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Cologne by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Cologne by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Konstanz to Cologne with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
  • 3 direct flights per day with Smartwings, Eurowings.
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Konstanz 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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