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

The cheapest way to get from Ingolstadt to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €19 - €30 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ingolstadt to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 3h 37m and costs €110 - €300.

Is there a direct train between Ingolstadt and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ingolstadt Hbf and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Ingolstadt to Cologne?

The distance between Ingolstadt and Cologne is 492 km. The road distance is 470.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ingolstadt to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs €70 - €160.

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

The train from Ingolstadt Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf takes 3h 47m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Ingolstadt to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Ingolstadt to Cologne?

The best way to get from Ingolstadt to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs €70 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €60 and takes 7h 52m.

Where does the Ingolstadt to Cologne train arrive?

Ingolstadt to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Ingolstadt to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ingolstadt to Cologne is 470 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Ingolstadt to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1754+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Ingolstadt to Cologne?

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

Ingolstadt to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Ingolstadt to Cologne by train, bus, rideshare, 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
best
1. Take the train from Ingolstadt Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf41 / ...
3h 47m
€70–160
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Ingolstadt to Cologne471 km
5h 20m
€19–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt to Nuremberg central bus stationN3209 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Cologne Airport CGNN280 / ...
7h 52m
€30–59
Bus to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt, ZOB Steig B to Flughafen München
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)MUC - CGN
3h 17m
Train via Nuremberg
1. Take the train from Ingolstadt Nord to Nürnberg HbfRb16 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf41 / ...
5h 36m
€59–157
Drive 470.5 km
1. Drive from Ingolstadt to Cologne470.5 km
4h 50m
€66–95
Bus to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt, ZOB Steig B to Flughafen München
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)MUC - DUS
4h 6m
Bus to Munich International Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt, ZOB Steig B to Flughafen München
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt (FRA)MUC - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
3h 52m
Train to Nuremberg Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Ingolstadt Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf
2. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Frankfurt (FRA)NUE - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
3h 37m
€113–299

Ingolstadt to Cologne by train

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Distance: 492 km
Duration: 3h 47m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Ingolstadt Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf twice daily. Tickets cost €70–160 and the journey takes 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ingolstadt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Nuremberg central bus station, Cologne Airport CGN, and Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf in around 7h 52m.

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