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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Friedrichshafen to Cologne
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
408 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Friedrichshafen to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Friedrichshafen to Cologne will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
To travel from Friedrichshafen to Cologne you need to make at least one change.
4806 · ICE 610 · IC 25459:345h32Friedrichshafen Stadt15:06Cologne Hbf£611One-way2 changes- 4208 · ICE 1010 · ICE 9268:066h00Friedrichshafen Stadt14:06Cologne Hbf£741One-way2 changes
- 4208 · ICE 10108:064h23Friedrichshafen Stadt12:29Cologne Messe/Deutz£801One-way1 change
- 4240 · ICE 690 · ICE 2008:354h30Friedrichshafen Stadt13:05Cologne Hbf£801One-way2 changes
- 4806 · ICE 6109:344h31Friedrichshafen Stadt14:05Cologne Hbf£801One-way1 change
- 4208 · ICE 10108:064h23Friedrichshafen Stadt12:29Cologne Messe/Deutz£801One-way1 change
- 4240 · ICE 690 · ICE 2008:354h30Friedrichshafen Stadt13:05Cologne Hbf£801One-way2 changes
- 4806 · ICE 6109:344h31Friedrichshafen Stadt14:05Cologne Hbf£801One-way1 change
- 4806 · ICE 610 · IC 25459:345h32Friedrichshafen Stadt15:06Cologne Hbf£611One-way2 changes
- 4208 · ICE 1010 · ICE 9268:066h00Friedrichshafen Stadt14:06Cologne Hbf£741One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Friedrichshafen to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Friedrichshafen to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 408 km
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£97 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Friedrichshafen to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Friedrichshafen to Cologne trains for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 4208 · ICE 1010 | On time 8:06 Friedrichshafen Stadt | 4h23 | 12:29 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| 4208 · ICE 1010 · ICE 926 | On time 8:06 Friedrichshafen Stadt | 6h00 | 14:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 4240 · ICE 690 · ICE 200 | On time 8:35 Friedrichshafen Stadt | 4h30 | 13:05 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 4806 · ICE 610 · IC 2545 | On time 9:34 Friedrichshafen Stadt | 5h32 | 15:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 4806 · ICE 610 | On time 9:34 Friedrichshafen Stadt | 4h31 | 14:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Friedrichshafen to Cologne by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Friedrichshafen to Cologne
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Trains from Friedrichshafen to Cologne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 408 km distance in 4h 31m.
Distance 408 km |
Average train duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 31m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) from Friedrichshafen to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) trains will get you between Friedrichshafen and Cologne from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
FAQs: Friedrichshafen to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Friedrichshafen to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Friedrichshafen and Cologne
Most Friedrichshafen to Cologne trains use the Friedrichshafen Stadt to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz. Use this guide to compare Friedrichshafen and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Friedrichshafen station do trains to Cologne leave from?
Getting to Friedrichshafen Stadt from Friedrichshafen city centre
Friedrichshafen Stadt train station facilities and services
Friedrichshafen Stadt 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 and drink
Food options include: Kochlöffel, Ailinger Hof, Cafe Vinebar Al Porto, Felders
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Friedrichshafen Stadt. ATMs are available at Friedrichshafen Stadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Friedrichshafen Stadt. Information desks are available at Friedrichshafen Stadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Friedrichshafen Stadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Friedrichshafen Stadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Friedrichshafen Stadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Friedrichshafen Stadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Stadthotel Kleiner Berg, Select Hotel Goldenes Rad Friedrichshafen, Schwanen, Villa Von Soden.
Getting to Friedrichshafen Flughafen from Friedrichshafen city centre
Friedrichshafen Flughafen is 3 km from Friedrichshafen city centre. Public transport options include:
Friedrichshafen Flughafen train station facilities and services
Friedrichshafen 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 and drink
Food options include: Do-X, Imbiss auf Besucherterrasse, LSC Restaurant, Volare
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen. ATMs are available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen. Information desks are available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen.
Getting to Friedrichshafen Hafen from Friedrichshafen city centre
Friedrichshafen Hafen train station facilities and services
Friedrichshafen Hafen 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 and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, Antalya, Kochlöffel, Ailinger Hof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Friedrichshafen Hafen. ATMs are available at Friedrichshafen Hafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Friedrichshafen Hafen. Information desks are available at Friedrichshafen Hafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Friedrichshafen Hafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Friedrichshafen Hafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Friedrichshafen Hafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Friedrichshafen Hafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Stadthotel Kleiner Berg, Select Hotel Goldenes Rad Friedrichshafen, Schwanen, Hotel Zeppelin.
Which Cologne station do trains from Friedrichshafen arrive at?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
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