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

The cheapest way to get from Mainau to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €21 - €35 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainau to Cologne is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct train between Mainau and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Mainau to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Konstanz-Petershausen Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Mainau to Cologne?

The distance between Mainau and Cologne is 538 km. The road distance is 507.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainau to Cologne without a car is to train via Karlsruhe which takes 6h 8m and costs €60 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Mainau to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainau to Cologne train from?

Mainau to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Konstanz-Petershausen Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Mainau to Cologne?

The best way to get from Mainau to Cologne is to train via Karlsruhe which takes 6h 8m and costs €60 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Mainau to Cologne train arrive?

Mainau to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Mainau to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainau to Cologne is 507 km. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Mainau to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Can I share a ride from Mainau to Cologne?

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

Mainau to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and rideshare

There are 9 ways to get from Mainau to Cologne by train, bus, night train, rideshare, 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 Karlsruhe
best
1. Take the train from Konstanz-Petershausen Bahnhof to Karlsruhe HauptbahnhofRe2
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf43
6h 8m
€64–148
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Konstanz to Cologne508.1 km
5h 20m
€21–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Constance central bus station to KornwestheimN24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kornwestheim to Cologne Airport CGNN228
9h 20m
€35–76
Night train
1. Take the night train from Singen(Hohentwiel) to Koeln HbfNj
8h 2m
€50–282
Train
1. Take the train from Konstanz-Petershausen to Freiburg(Breisgau) HbfS6
2. Take the train from Freiburg Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf43N
10h 18m
€119–173
Drive 507.2 km
1. Drive from Petershausen-West to Cologne507.2 km
4h 37m
€72–105
Train, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Konstanz to Zürich Flughafen
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)ZRH - CGN
4h 56m
€84–241
Train, fly to Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Konstanz to Zürich Flughafen
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)ZRH - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
4h 39m
€113–289
Train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Konstanz to Zürich Flughafen
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)ZRH - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
5h 42m
€87–282

Mainau to Cologne by train

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6h 8mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 537.8 km
Duration: 6h 8m

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

You can take a train from Konstanz-Petershausen Bahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Constance central bus station to Köln Hbf via Kornwestheim, Cologne Airport CGN, and Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf in around 9h 20m.

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