How to travel from Ravensburg to Cologne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Ravensburg to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ravensburg to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €53 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 0m. 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 €53, while a flight costs an average of €393.

Distance: 248 miles (400 km)

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€393

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€98

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€53

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€74

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11h 59m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Ravensburg to Cologne is a bus with an average price of €42.

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

A bus is €55 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ravensburg to Cologne costing on average €96.

A bus is €57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ravensburg to Cologne costing on average €98.

The fastest way to travel from Ravensburg to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 26m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 0m.

Bus takes on average 14h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Ravensburg and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Ravensburg 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 1h 34m sooner (4h 30m by train vs 6h 4m by car). Tickets start at around €98 compared to roughly €74 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 Ravensburg to Cologne

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:45 PM14h15
    Ravensburg, ZOB
    10:00 AMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    481One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:45 PM14h15
    Ravensburg, ZOB
    10:00 AMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    481One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW767
    8:30 PM1h05
    Zurich Airport
    9:35 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    1201One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 216 · ICE 12
    12:49 PM4h51
    Bahnhof Ravensburg
    5:40 PMCologne Hbf
    1061One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 216
    12:49 PM5h03
    Bahnhof Ravensburg
    5:52 PMCologne Messe/Deutz
    1061One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4216 · ICE 916 · ICE 28
    12:19 PM5h47
    Bahnhof Ravensburg
    6:06 PMCologne Hbf
    1311One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:00 PM12h45
    Ravensburg, ZOB
    6:45 AMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    571One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW765
    6:05 PM1h05
    Zurich Airport
    7:10 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    1601One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsLX4428
    8:30 PM1h05
    Zurich Airport
    9:35 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    3101One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsLX4426
    6:05 PM1h05
    Zurich Airport
    7:10 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    3101One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Ravensburg 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 Ravensburg to Cologne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Ravensburg and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ravensburg to Cologne is a bus with an average price of €53.

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

A bus is €45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ravensburg to Cologne costing on average €98.

A bus is €340 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ravensburg to Cologne costing on average €393.

The fastest way to travel from Ravensburg to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 0m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 0m.

Bus takes on average 11h 59m.

The distance from Ravensburg to Cologne is approximately 248 miles (400 km).
The average frequency per day from Ravensburg to Cologne is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ravensburg 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 Ravensburg to Cologne:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bahnhof Ravensburg and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ravensburg, ZOB and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ravensburg 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 Deutsche Bahn to go to Cologne by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Smartwings, Swiss, Lot Polish Airlines, BA Cityflyer, British Airways, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Cologne by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Ravensburg to Cologne:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Smartwings, Eurowings.
Omio customers who travel from Ravensburg 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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