What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Bodensee (Lake)?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Bodensee (Lake) is to drive which costs €70 - €110 and takes 4h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Bodensee (Lake)?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Bodensee (Lake) is to train and fly which takes 2h 37m and costs €150 - €330.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Bodensee (Lake)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Radolfzell Bahnhof. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Cologne to Bodensee (Lake)?

The distance between Cologne and Bodensee (Lake) is 498 km. The road distance is 506.7 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Bodensee (Lake) without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Bodensee (Lake) without a car is to train via Stuttgart which takes 4h 39m and costs €60 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Bodensee (Lake)?

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Cologne to Bodensee (Lake), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Bodensee (Lake) train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Bodensee (Lake) train arrive?

Cologne to Bodensee (Lake) train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Bodensee (Lake)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Bodensee (Lake) is 507 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Cologne to Bodensee (Lake).

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Bodensee (Lake)?

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Where can I stay near Bodensee (Lake)?

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Cologne to Bodensee (Lake) - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Cologne to Bodensee (Lake) by train, plane, 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.

Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Friedrichshafen Airport
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH)plane DUS - FDH
2h 37m
€152–329
Train via Stuttgart
cheapest
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Singentrain Ic87 / ...
4h 39m
€65–166
Drive 506.7 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Konstanzcar 506.7 km
4h 43m
€71–103
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FRA - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Kreuzlingentrain
4h 3m
€107–281
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane CGN - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Kreuzlingentrain
4h 31m
€71–247
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane DUS - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Kreuzlingentrain
5h 2m
€79–284
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane CGN - MUC
2. Take the train from Flughafen München to Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Lindau, Reutin Bahnhoftrain
6h 4m
€114–333
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Radolfzell Bahnhoftrain 45
5h 22m
€65–130

Cologne to Bodensee (Lake) by train

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4h 39mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cologne to Bodensee (Lake).

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Distance: 497.9 km
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Bodensee (Lake), Baden-Württemberg, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Radolfzell Bahnhof via Hauptbahnhof and Singen in around 4h 39m.

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