What is the cheapest way to get from Canton of Zurich to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Canton of Zurich to Cologne is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 12h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canton of Zurich to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Canton of Zurich to Cologne is to fly and train which takes 3h 35m and costs €100 - €270.

Is there a direct train between Canton of Zurich and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Canton of Zurich to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Zürich Stadelhofen and arriving at Köln Hbf via Zürich HB, Basel SBB and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Canton of Zurich to Cologne?

The distance between Canton of Zurich and Cologne is 423 km. The road distance is 534 km.

How do I travel from Canton of Zurich to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Canton of Zurich to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs €55 - €280.

How long does it take to get from Canton of Zurich to Cologne?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Canton of Zurich to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canton of Zurich to Cologne train from?

Canton of Zurich to Cologne train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Zürich HB station.

Train, bus or fly from Canton of Zurich to Cologne?

The best way to get from Canton of Zurich to Cologne is to fly which takes 3h 42m and costs €80 - €220. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €280 and takes 6h 44m, you could also bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 12h 2m.

Where does the Canton of Zurich to Cologne train arrive?

Canton of Zurich to Cologne train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Canton of Zurich to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Canton of Zurich to Cologne is 534 km. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Canton of Zurich to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Canton of Zurich to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Canton of Zurich to Cologne - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Canton of Zurich to Cologne by plane, train (Trenitalia), bus, train, night train, or car

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

Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)ZRH - CGN
3h 42m
€81–217
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to LeverkusenN11
12h 2m
€33–58
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBIce / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof20 / ...
3. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf43 / ...
6h 44m
€59–278
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to SingenIc
2. Take the night train from Singen(Hohentwiel) to Koeln HbfNj
9h 23m
€75–323
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)ZRH - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
3h 35m
€102–268
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)ZRH - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
4h 28m
€84–261
Night train
1. Take the night train from Zürich HB to Bonn-BeuelNj
9h 34m
€169–324
Drive 534 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Cologne534 km
5h 21m
€92–133

Canton of Zurich to Cologne by train

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6h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 422.7 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Canton of Zurich, Switzerland and Cologne, Germany?

Eurowings and Lufthansa fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Köln Hbf via Zürich HB, Basel SBB, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 6h 44m.

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