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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Ravensburg is to drive which costs €70 - €110 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Ravensburg is to train and fly which takes 3h 22m and costs €140 - €440.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Ravensburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Ravensburg, Bahnhof. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Cologne to Ravensburg?

The distance between Cologne and Ravensburg is 517 km. The road distance is 492.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Ravensburg without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €90 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Cologne to Ravensburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ravensburg train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Ravensburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Ravensburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Ravensburg is 492 km. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Cologne to Ravensburg.

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

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Where can I stay near Ravensburg?

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Cologne to Ravensburg - 9 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and ferry

There are 9 ways to get from Cologne to Ravensburg by train, car, plane, 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
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Ravensburg, Bahnhoftrain Re5 / ...
4h 2m
€94–244
Train via Stuttgart
cheapest
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hauptbahnhoftrain 42 / ...
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Ravensburg, Bahnhoftrain Re5
4h 54m
€68–248
Drive 492.3 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Ravensburgcar 492.3 km
5h 10m
€71–103
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Friedrichshafen Airport
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
3h 22m
€144–431
Train #2
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Ravensburg, Bahnhoftrain 62
5h 5m
€90–250
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 Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain
4. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Ravensburg, Bahnhoftrain
5h 38m
€127–350
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane DUS - MUC
3. Take the train from Flughafen München to Hauptbahnhoftrain
4. Take the train from München Hbf to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain
5. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Ravensburg, Bahnhoftrain
6h 8m
€135–379
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain
4. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Ravensburg, Bahnhoftrain
6h 9m
€150–366
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Zurich Airport, train, ferry
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane CGN - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Romanshorntrain
3. Take the ferry from Romanshorn Autoquai to Friedrichshafen Faehreferry
7h 30m
€92–309

Cologne to Ravensburg by train

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4h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 517.4 km
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Ravensburg, Bahnhof via Ulm Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 2m.

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