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Oberhausmuseum
City museum in a former inn covering Passau’s art, trade and everyday life. A good introduction to the city’s cultural and urban history.
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£45
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£45
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
6 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
6 h 35 m
Trains on 08 Sept
1
Distance
535 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Passau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Passau will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
To travel from Cologne to Passau you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 621 · BUS 91105+
84109
ICE 621 · BUS 91105+
84109Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Passau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a flight costs an average of £92.
Distance: 535 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£63 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price | £84 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 33m Average total duration 9h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Passau:
A coach is £30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Passau costing on average £63.
A coach is £58 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Passau costing on average £92.
Other travel options to Passau take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 27m.
Coach takes on average 9h 3m.
Tickets start at around £63 compared to roughly £84 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £21. The journey takes 7h 27m versus 6h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Passau trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 621 · BUS 91105+ 84109 | Delayed 7:47 9:45Cologne Messe/Deutz | 6h35 | 16:20 Passau | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Cologne to Passau run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 535 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 535 km |
Average train duration 7h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 30m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:49 |
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Discover the best of Passau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Passau trip today.
City museum in a former inn covering Passau’s art, trade and everyday life. A good introduction to the city’s cultural and urban history.
Museum on the fortress hill presenting glass art, regional history and changing exhibitions. The setting adds excellent views over the rivers and old town.
Museum dedicated to modern and contemporary art in Passau. It offers a quieter cultural stop with rotating exhibitions in a central old town location.
Prominent headland where the Danube, Inn and Ilz meet. It is one of Passau’s signature viewpoints and a favourite place for photographs and riverside walks.
Atmospheric old town quarter with narrow lanes, pastel façades and historic squares. Ideal for wandering between churches, shops and river viewpoints.
Pleasant riverside promenade along the Inn with benches, trees and views towards Mariahilf. A relaxing walking route popular with locals and visitors.
A hearty Bavarian potato soup often enriched with root vegetables and herbs. It is a comforting staple in inns across Lower Bavaria.
Crisp roasted pork knuckle with crackling, usually served with gravy and dumplings. A classic Bavarian tavern dish popular in Passau.
Slow-roasted pork with dark beer gravy, commonly eaten in Bavarian beer halls. It reflects the region’s strong brewing and roast-meat tradition.
Riverside restaurant with a more refined feel, offering regional cuisine, seasonal menus, and views suited to a relaxed dinner.
Traditional Bavarian inn near the old town, known for roast meats, dumplings, beer, and a classic wood-panelled atmosphere.
Historic brewery restaurant serving Bavarian dishes and house beers in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are reasonable, while tourist areas cost more. Local buses and regional trains are fairly priced.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is customary in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Passau Hbf -> Rathausplatz, Passau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Passau by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Passau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Passau trains use the Köln Hbf to Passau Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Passau, Hauptbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Passau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Passau Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ava Restaurant & Cocktailbar, Gastronomie Innsteg, Café Kowalski, Lecorner
Wi-Fi is available at Passau Hbf. ATMs are available at Passau Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Passau Hbf. Information desks are available at Passau Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Passau Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Passau Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Passau Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Passau Hbf.
Nearby hotels include IBB Hotel Passau, Hotel Atrium, Hotel Herdegen Garni, Hotel König.
Passau, Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof.
ATMs are available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof.
Available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof.
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