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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Chur is to drive which costs SFr 100 - SFr 150 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Chur is to train and fly which takes 4h 27m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 320.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Chur?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Chur. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Chur via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Cologne to Chur?

The distance between Cologne and Chur is 580 km. The road distance is 634.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Chur without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 7h 32m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 330.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Cologne to Chur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Chur train from?

Cologne to Chur train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Chur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Chur?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Chur is 635 km. It takes approximately 6h 8m to drive from Cologne to Chur.

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

Book your Cologne to Chur train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Chur?

There are 1579+ hotels available in Chur.

Cologne to Chur - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, night train, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Cologne to Chur by train, plane, 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.

Train to Frankfurt, fly, train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)FRA - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Chur
4h 27m
CHF 119–314
Train via Mannheim
cheapest
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof43 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBB20 / ...
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to ChurIc3 / ...
7h 32m
CHF 64–321
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Zuerich HbNj
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to ChurIc3 / ...
9h 41m
CHF 72–324
Drive 634.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Chur634.6 km
6h 8m
CHF 101–146
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)DUS - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Chur
5h 25m
CHF 94–288
Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)CGN - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Chur
4h 55m
CHF 90–242
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Zürich HBNightjet
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to ChurIc3 / ...
9h 41m
CHF 113–353

Cologne to Chur by train

91Weekly Trains

7h 32mAverage Duration

CHF 64Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 580.3 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Chur, Grisons, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Chur via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Basel SBB in around 7h 32m.

Airlines

Train operators

Want to know more about travelling around Switzerland

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.