What is the cheapest way to get from Altstätten to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Altstätten to Cologne is to train which costs €90 - €100 and takes 8h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Altstätten to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Altstätten to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 5h 26m and costs €120 - €310.

Is there a direct train between Altstätten and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Altstätten to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Altstätten SG and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz via St. Margrethen Sg, Memmingen and Ulm Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Altstätten to Cologne?

The distance between Altstätten and Cologne is 602 km. The road distance is 564.4 km.

How do I travel from Altstätten to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Altstätten to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 7h 22m and costs €120 - €310.

How long does it take to get from Altstätten to Cologne?

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Altstätten to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altstätten to Cologne train from?

Altstätten to Cologne train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from St. Margrethen Sg station.

Where does the Altstätten to Cologne train arrive?

Altstätten to Cologne train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Memmingen station.

Can I drive from Altstätten to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Altstätten to Cologne is 564 km. It takes approximately 5h 40m to drive from Altstätten to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Altstätten to Cologne?

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Altstätten to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Altstätten to Cologne by train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from St. Margrethen Sg to MemmingenEc
2. Take the train from Memmingen to Ulm HauptbahnhofRs7
3. Take the train from Ulm Hbf to Köln Messe/DeutzIce
7h 22m
€124–302
Train via Frankfurt am Main
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lindau, Reutin Bahnhof to Frankfurt32
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf41 / ...
8h 29m
€63–238
Drive 564.4 km
1. Drive from Altstätten to Cologne564.4 km
5h 40m
€99–142
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Altstätten SG to Zürich Flughafen
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)ZRH - CGN
5h 43m
€99–254
Train #2
1. Take the train from Hohenems to Koeln HbfIce
8h 46m
€90–100
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Altstätten SG to Zürich Flughafen
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)ZRH - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
5h 26m
€128–302
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Altstätten SG to Zürich Flughafen
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)ZRH - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
6h 29m
€102–295
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from St. Margrethen Sg to Muenchen Hbf
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)MUC - CGN
6h 59m
€160–340
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from St. Margrethen Sg to Muenchen Hbf
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)MUC - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
7h 40m
€173–381

Altstätten to Cologne by train

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7h 22mAverage Duration

€124Cheapest Price

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Distance: 601.9 km
Duration: 7h 22m

What companies run services between Altstätten, Switzerland and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Altstätten SG to Köln Messe/Deutz via St. Margrethen Sg, Memmingen, Ulm Hauptbahnhof, and Ulm Hbf in around 7h 22m.

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