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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Ancona is to bus which costs €65 - €210 and takes 19h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Ancona is to fly and train which takes 6h 7m and costs €85 - €300.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Ancona?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Ancona. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Ancona via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 59m.

How far is it from Cologne to Ancona?

The distance between Cologne and Ancona is 963 km. The road distance is 1246.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Ancona without a car is to train which takes 14h 59m and costs €110 - €300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Cologne to Ancona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ancona train from?

Cologne to Ancona train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train, bus or fly from Cologne to Ancona?

The best way to get from Cologne to Ancona is to fly which takes 6h 32m and costs €75 - €300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €110 - €300 and takes 14h 59m, you could also bus, which costs €65 - €210 and takes 19h 54m.

Where does the Cologne to Ancona train arrive?

Cologne to Ancona train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at München Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Ancona?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Ancona is 1246 km. It takes approximately 11h 35m to drive from Cologne to Ancona.

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

Book your Cologne to Ancona train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ancona?

There are 1457+ hotels available in Ancona.

Cologne to Ancona - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and car train

There are 10 ways to get from Cologne to Ancona by plane, train, bus, car, or car train

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

Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Raffaello Sanzio Airport
best
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Raffaello Sanzio Airport (AOI)plane CGN - AOI
6h 32m
€76–295
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Frankfurt central train stationbus N870 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Anconabus N422
19h 54m
€69–201
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to München Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Anconatrain 89
14h 59m
€115–300
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt to Riminibus
3. Take the train from Rimini to Ancona Torrettetrain Re
16h 20m
€106–198
Drive 1,246.4 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Anconacar 1,246.4 km
11h 35m
€193–278
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Raffaello Sanzio Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Raffaello Sanzio Airport (AOI)plane DUS - AOI
6h 58m
€101–324
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane CGN - BLQ
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Anconatrain
6h 7m
€89–299
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane FRA - BLQ
3. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Anconatrain
6h 39m
€147–393
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Fiumicino International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane CGN - FCO
2. Take the train from Roma Termini to Anconatrain
9h 32m
€80–311
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Cologne to Düsseldorf Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Villach Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Villach Hbf to Anconacar
12h 49m
€186–1,128

Cologne to Ancona by train

7Weekly Trains

14h 59mAverage Duration

€115Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cologne to Ancona.

Launch map view

Distance: 963.3 km
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Ancona, Italy?

Lufthansa City, Air Dolomiti, and two other airlines fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Raffaello Sanzio Airport (AOI) 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Ancona via München Hbf in around 14h 59m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Italy

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.