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

The cheapest way to get from Sterzing to Cologne is to bus which costs €45 - €95 and takes 12h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sterzing to Cologne is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 20m and costs €190 - €390.

Is there a direct bus between Sterzing and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Sterzing to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Sterzing and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Munich central bus station and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Sterzing and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Sterzing to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Vipiteno Val Vizze/Sterzing Pfitsch and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Brennero - Brenner, Rosenheim and München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from Sterzing to Cologne?

The distance between Sterzing and Cologne is 803 km. The road distance is 710.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sterzing to Cologne without a car is to train via Munich which takes 8h 37m and costs €130 - €350.

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

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from Sterzing to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sterzing to Cologne bus from?

Sterzing to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sterzing station.

Where do I catch the Sterzing to Cologne train from?

Sterzing to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brennero - Brenner station.

Train or bus from Sterzing to Cologne?

The best way to get from Sterzing to Cologne is to train via Munich which takes 8h 37m and costs €130 - €350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €95 and takes 12h 30m.

Where does the Sterzing to Cologne bus arrive?

Sterzing to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Munich central bus station.

Where does the Sterzing to Cologne train arrive?

Sterzing to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Rosenheim station.

Can I drive from Sterzing to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Sterzing to Cologne is 710 km. It takes approximately 7h 1m to drive from Sterzing to Cologne.

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Sterzing to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Sterzing to Cologne by train, bus, night train, car, car train, shuttle, 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 Munich
best
1. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Rosenheimtrain 89
2. Take the train from Rosenheim to München Hbftrain 62 / ...
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
8h 37m
€136–350
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sterzing to Munich central bus stationbus 095 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Leverkusenbus N28
12h 30m
€48–92
Night train
1. Take the night train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbfnighttrain Uex 1864 / ...
9h 3m
€110–153
Drive 710.5 km
1. Drive from Sterzing to Colognecar 710.5 km
7h 1m
€112–161
Train
1. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain Drf
11h 37m
€50–153
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Sterzing to München Ostcar
2. Take the car train from München Ost to Würzburg Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Würzburg Hbf to Colognecar
6h 46m
€159–217
Shuttle, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Vipiteno to Flughafen Münchenshuttle
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
5h 20m
€195–388
Shuttle, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Vipiteno to Flughafen Münchenshuttle
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
6h 3m
€202–391
Shuttle, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Vipiteno to Flughafen Münchenshuttle
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MUC - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
6h 10m
€228–411

Sterzing to Cologne by train

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8h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 802.5 km
Duration: 8h 37m

What companies run services between Sterzing, Italy and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Vipiteno Val Vizze/Sterzing Pfitsch to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Brennero - Brenner, Rosenheim, and München Hbf in around 8h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sterzing to Köln Heumarkt via Munich central bus station, Leverkusen, and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf in around 12h 30m.

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