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

The cheapest way to get from Passau to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €30 - €40 and takes 6h 28m.

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 47m and costs €120 - €290.

Is there a direct train between Passau and Cologne?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Passau Hbf and arriving at Koeln Hbf. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 11m.

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 47m and costs €110 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Passau to Cologne, including transfers.

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 47m and costs €110 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €80 and takes 8h 45m.

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 5m 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?

There are 606+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Passau to Cologne by train, bus, night train, car, rideshare, 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 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 47m
€117–275
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Passau to Colognerideshare 619.7 km
6h 28m
€30–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Passau central train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus N61 / ...
8h 45m
€46–79
Night train
1. Take the night train from Passau Hbf to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
8h 11m
€35–115
Drive 617.9 km
1. Drive from Passau to Colognecar 617.9 km
5h 5m
€87–126
Train
1. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
6h 32m
€120–290
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 47m
€127–290
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 30m
€134–304
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 32m
€150–318
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 5m
€106–310

Passau to Cologne by train

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5h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 619.2 km
Duration: 5h 47m

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 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Passau central train station to Cologne Airport CGN 4 times a day. Tickets cost €40–75 and the journey takes 8h 25m.

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