What is the cheapest way to get from Roma Termini to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Roma Termini to Cologne is to fly which costs €70 - €260 and takes 4h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Roma Termini to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Roma Termini to Cologne is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs €70 - €260.

Is there a direct train between Roma Termini and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Roma Termini to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Köln Hbf via Milano Centrale and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 48m.

How far is it from Roma Termini to Cologne?

The distance between Roma Termini and Cologne is 1130 km. The road distance is 1393.7 km.

How do I travel from Roma Termini to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Roma Termini to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 12h 48m and costs €180 - €430.

How long does it take to get from Roma Termini to Cologne?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Roma Termini to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roma Termini to Cologne train from?

Roma Termini to Cologne train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Roma Termini station.

Train, bus or fly from Roma Termini to Cologne?

The best way to get from Roma Termini to Cologne is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs €70 - €260. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €180 - €430 and takes 12h 48m, you could also bus, which costs €95 - €200 and takes 22h 38m.

Where does the Roma Termini to Cologne train arrive?

Roma Termini to Cologne train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Roma Termini to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Roma Termini to Cologne is 1394 km. It takes approximately 12h 49m to drive from Roma Termini to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1746+ hotels available in Cologne.

Roma Termini to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 9 ways to get from Roma Termini to Cologne by plane, train (Trenitalia), bus, train, night train, car, 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.

Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)FCO - CGN
4h 53m
€73–252
Fly to Frankfurt, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Frankfurt (FRA)FCO - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
5h 26m
€64–285
Train
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Milano CentraleFr / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Mannheim HbfEc
3. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf43 / ...
12h 48m
€181–422
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Roma Termini Giolitti to Pescara
2. Take the bus from Pescara to Frankfurt
3. Take the train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Koblenz StadtmitteRe
4. Take the train from Koblenz Stadtmitte to Koeln SuedRe
22h 22m
€138–178
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Roma Tiburtina to Muenchen HbfEn
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf47 / ...
21h 1m
€237–621
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)FCO - DUS
5h 44m
€88–289
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station510 / ...
2. Take the bus from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station to Cologne Airport CGNN537
22h 38m
€96–199
Drive 1,393.7 km
1. Drive from Roma Termini to Cologne1,393.7 km
12h 49m
€217–313
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Roma Termini to Villach Hbf
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf
14h 28m
€224–1,181

Roma Termini to Cologne by train

7Weekly Trains

12h 48mAverage Duration

€181Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,130.4 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Roma Termini, Italy and Cologne, Germany?

Eurowings, Ryanair, and ITA Airways fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Roma Termini to Köln Hbf via Milano Centrale, Mannheim Hbf, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 12h 48m.

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