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

The cheapest way to get from Oberstdorf to Cologne is to drive which costs €80 - €120 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oberstdorf to Cologne is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Oberstdorf and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oberstdorf and arriving at Köln Süd Bf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Oberstdorf to Cologne?

The distance between Oberstdorf and Cologne is 561 km. The road distance is 564.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Oberstdorf to Cologne without a car is to train via Neu-Ulm which takes 5h 36m and costs €100 - €410.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Oberstdorf to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oberstdorf to Cologne train from?

Oberstdorf to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Oberstdorf station.

Where does the Oberstdorf to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oberstdorf to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Oberstdorf to Cologne is 565 km. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Oberstdorf to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1834+ hotels available in Cologne.

Oberstdorf to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Oberstdorf to Cologne by train, car, or plane

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Train via Neu-Ulm
best
1. Take the train from Oberstdorf to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain Re75
2. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
5h 36m
€104–401
Drive 564.6 km
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1. Drive from Oberstdorf to Colognecar 564.6 km
5h 20m
€81–117
Train, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Oberstdorf to Pasingtrain
2. Take the train from Pasing to Flughafen Münchentrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
5h 48m
€127–281
Train
1. Take the train from Oberstdorf to Köln Süd Bftrain 55
7h 9m
€100–410
Train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Oberstdorf to Pasingtrain
2. Take the train from Pasing to Flughafen Münchentrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
6h 19m
€130–302

Oberstdorf to Cologne by train

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Distance: 561.5 km
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a train from Oberstdorf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Ulm Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 36m.

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