The average train between Lindau and Cologne takes 6h and the fastest train takes 5h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Lindau to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Lindau and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Lindau is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Cologne at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Friedrichsh. Stadtbahnhof and take an average of 6h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lindau to Cologne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Lindau to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Lindau station and arriving at Cologne station via Ulm Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.
Lindau to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Friedrichsh. Stadtbahnhof station.
Lindau to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Book your Lindau to Cologne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Lindau and Cologne is 425.7 km. The road distance is 561 km.
You can take a train from Lindau-Insel to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Friedrichsh. Stadtbahnhof and Ulm Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 51m.