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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Zug is to bus which costs SFr 60 - SFr 90 and takes 10h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Zug is to train and fly which takes 3h 49m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 270.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Zug?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Zug. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Zug via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Basel SBB and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Cologne to Zug?

The distance between Cologne and Zug is 608 km. The road distance is 561 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Zug without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 6h 14m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 280.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Cologne to Zug, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Zug train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cologne to Zug?

The best way to get from Cologne to Zug is to train via Mannheim which takes 6h 14m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 60 - SFr 90 and takes 10h 44m, you could also fly, which costs SFr 80 - SFr 220 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Cologne to Zug train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Zug?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Zug is 561 km. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Cologne to Zug.

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

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Where can I stay near Zug?

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

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

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 Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBBtrain 20 / ...
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ice / ...
6h 14m
CHF 93–276
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Zurich Bus Stationbus N177 / ...
10h 44m
CHF 62–89
Night train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
9h 15m
CHF 67–300
Drive 561 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Zugcar 561 km
5h 54m
CHF 91–131
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Zürich HBtrain Nightjet
8h 57m
CHF 108–329
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FRA - ZRH
3h 49m
CHF 109–268
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Zurich Airport
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane CGN - ZRH
4h 17m
CHF 84–213
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
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
4h 48m
CHF 89–258
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Basel, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)plane FRA - BSL
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
5h 17m
CHF 170–370
Train to Brussels Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BRU - ZRH
6h 15m
CHF 127–297

Cologne to Zug by train

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6h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 608.2 km
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Zug, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Zug via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Basel SBB, and Zürich HB in around 6h 14m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Zurich Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 40–60 and the journey takes 8h 55m.

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