How to travel from Lindau (Bodensee) to Cologne

There are 3 options to travel between Lindau (Bodensee) and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Lindau (Bodensee) to Cologne is a bus with an average price of €48.

This is compared to other travel options from Lindau (Bodensee) to Cologne:

A bus is €56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lindau (Bodensee) to Cologne costing on average €104.

A bus is €122 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lindau (Bodensee) to Cologne costing on average €170.

The fastest way to travel from Lindau (Bodensee) to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 9m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 5m.

Bus takes on average 11h 25m.

The distance from Lindau (Bodensee) to Cologne is approximately 264 miles (426 km).

The average frequency per day from Lindau (Bodensee) to Cologne is:

• Around 7 flights per day.
• Around 7 trains per day.
• Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lindau (Bodensee) 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 Lindau (Bodensee) to Cologne:

• Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Lindau-Reutin station and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Lindau, Blaukreuzstrasse and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).

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

• Travel with FlixBus to go to Cologne by bus.
• Travel with Smartwings, Eurowings to go to Cologne by flight.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB to go to Cologne by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Lindau (Bodensee) to Cologne:

• 3 direct flights per day with Smartwings, Eurowings.

Omio customers who travel from Lindau (Bodensee) 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.