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

The cheapest way to get from Passau to Cologne is to bus which costs €28 - €45 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Passau to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 4h 42m and costs €95 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Passau and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Passau to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Passau and arriving at Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Passau and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Passau Hbf and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Passau to Cologne?

The distance between Passau and Cologne is 619 km. The road distance is 617.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Passau to Cologne without a car is to train via Nuremberg which takes 5h 48m and costs €50 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Passau to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Passau to Cologne bus from?

Passau to Cologne bus services, operated by Trans Nicolaescu, depart from Passau station.

Where do I catch the Passau to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Passau to Cologne?

The best way to get from Passau to Cologne is to train via Nuremberg which takes 5h 48m and costs €50 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus via Frankfurt am Main, which costs and takes 9h 3m.

Where does the Passau to Cologne bus arrive?

Passau to Cologne bus services, operated by Trans Nicolaescu, arrive at Frankfurt station.

Where does the Passau to Cologne train arrive?

Passau to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nuernberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Passau to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Passau to Cologne is 618 km. It takes approximately 5h 8m to drive from Passau to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Can I share a ride from Passau to Cologne?

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

Passau to Cologne - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 11 ways to get from Passau to Cologne by train, bus, car, plane, rideshare, or car train

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 Nuremberg
best
1. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Nuernberg Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
5h 48m
€50–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Passau Bahnhofstrasse to Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminalbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3643 / ...
9h 25m
€28–45
Bus via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the bus from Passau to Frankfurtbus
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
9h 3m
Drive 617.9 km
1. Drive from Passau to Colognecar 617.9 km
5h 8m
€87–125
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Freisingtrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
4h 42m
€96–270
Train
1. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
6h 32m
€55–140
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Passau to Colognerideshare 619.7 km
6h 28m
€30–40
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Passau to Salzburg Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Salzburg Hbf to Würzburg Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Würzburg Hbf to Colognecar
6h 38m
€152–204
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Freisingtrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
5h 28m
€116–292
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Freisingtrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MUC - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 37m
€117–238
Train, train to Salzburg Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Wels Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Wels Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Fly from Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane SZG - DUS
7h 3m
€109–369

Passau to Cologne by train

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Distance: 619.2 km
Duration: 5h 48m

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

You can take a train from Passau Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Nuernberg Hbf and Nürnberg Hbf in around 5h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Passau to Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 9h 3m.

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