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

The cheapest way to get from Zug to Cologne is to bus which costs €45 - €80 and takes 12h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zug to Cologne is to fly and train which takes 3h 59m and costs €120 - €290.

Is there a direct train between Zug and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Zug to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Zug(Ch) and arriving at Köln Hbf via Freiburg Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Zug to Cologne?

The distance between Zug and Cologne is 608 km. The road distance is 563.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Zug to Cologne without a car is to train via Freiburg im Breisgau which takes 6h 29m and costs €100 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Zug to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zug to Cologne train from?

Zug to Cologne train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Zug(Ch) station.

Train, bus or fly from Zug to Cologne?

The best way to get from Zug to Cologne is to train via Freiburg im Breisgau which takes 6h 29m and costs €100 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €80 and takes 12h 33m, you could also fly, which costs €95 - €240 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Zug to Cologne train arrive?

Zug to Cologne train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf station.

Can I drive from Zug to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Zug to Cologne is 563 km. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Zug to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Zug to Cologne - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Zug to Cologne by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, night train, car, 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 Freiburg im Breisgau
best
1. Take the train from Zug(Ch) to Freiburg(Breisgau) HbfEc
2. Take the train from Freiburg Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf43 / ...
6h 29m
€104–217
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to LeverkusenN11
12h 33m
€48–76
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to SingenIc
2. Take the night train from Singen(Hohentwiel) to Koeln HbfNj
9h 47m
€83–331
Drive 563.3 km
1. Drive from Zug to Cologne563.3 km
5h 49m
€98–142
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBIr36 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf43
6h 52m
€89–196
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)ZRH - CGN
4h 17m
€96–236
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)ZRH - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
3h 59m
€127–284
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)ZRH - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
5h 3m
€99–287

Zug to Cologne by train

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6h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 608.2 km
Duration: 6h 29m

What companies run services between Zug, Switzerland and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Zug(Ch) to Köln Hbf via Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf and Freiburg Hauptbahnhof in around 6h 29m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 9h 55m.

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