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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Konstanz is to rideshare which costs €29 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Konstanz is to train and fly which takes 4h 7m and costs €100 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Konstanz?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Konstanz station. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Constance central bus station via Zurich Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Konstanz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Konstanz Bahnhof. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Cologne to Konstanz?

The distance between Cologne and Konstanz is 540 km. The road distance is 506.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Konstanz without a car is to train via Stuttgart which takes 5h 4m and costs €55 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Cologne to Konstanz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Konstanz bus from?

Cologne to Konstanz bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Köln station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Konstanz train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Konstanz?

The best way to get from Cologne to Konstanz is to train via Stuttgart which takes 5h 4m and costs €55 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Cologne to Konstanz bus arrive?

Cologne to Konstanz bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Zürich Bus Station.

Where does the Cologne to Konstanz train arrive?

Cologne to Konstanz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Konstanz Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Konstanz?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Konstanz is 507 km. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Cologne to Konstanz.

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

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Where can I stay near Konstanz?

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Can I share a ride from Cologne to Konstanz?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Konstanz. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Cologne to Konstanz by train, bus, car, plane, rideshare, or ferry

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

Train via Stuttgart
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Singentrain Ic87 / ...
5h 4m
€58–159
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Konstanzrideshare 506.5 km
6h 20m
€29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Zürich Bus Stationbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Constance central bus stationbus 234 / ...
8h 50m
Drive 506.7 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Konstanzcar 506.7 km
4h 44m
€70–101
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 Konstanztrain
4h 7m
€102–261
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Konstanz Bahnhoftrain 45
5h 38m
€45–140
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 Konstanztrain
4h 35m
€71–233
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 Konstanztrain
5h 6m
€81–270
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Friedrichshafen Airport, ferry
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
3. Take the ferry from Friedrichshafen Hafen to Konstanz Hafenferry
5h 5m
€155–373
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Stuttgart Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane FRA - STR
3. Take the train from Böblingen to Singentrain
5h 54m
€144–277

Cologne to Konstanz by train

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Distance: 540.4 km
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Konstanz, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Konstanz Bahnhof via Hauptbahnhof and Singen in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln to Constance central bus station via Zurich Bus Station in around 8h 50m.

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