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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Kempten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, while a flight costs an average of £317.
Distance: 432 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£100 Average Price | £317 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average total duration 10h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Cologne to Kempten, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Kempten:
A coach is £65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Kempten costing on average £100.
A coach is £282 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Kempten costing on average £317.
Other travel options to Kempten take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 27m.
Coach takes on average 11h 24m.
You'll arrive about 44m sooner (4h 57m by train vs 5h 41m by car). Tickets start at around £100 compared to roughly £71 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Kempten from Cologne by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Cologne to Kempten is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Kempten are Munich, Ulm, Augsburg, Lindau (Bodensee) and Innsbruck. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Kempten on Omio.
Munich is Bavaria’s capital, known for historic squares, beer halls and strong museum collections. Around Marienplatz and the Residenz, it feels elegant and traditional, while districts like Schwabing give it a more relaxed edge.
Ulm, on the Danube, is known for Ulm Minster and the world’s tallest church spire. Its compact centre pairs medieval corners and canalside areas with striking modern architecture.
Augsburg is known for its Roman origins, Renaissance centre and the Fugger family’s influence. Canals, water towers and the Fuggerei give the city a historic feel shaped by Swabian culture.
Lindau on Lake Constance is known for its island old town, harbour lighthouse and views across the water to the Alps. Grand historic buildings and a calm lakefront setting give it a relaxed southern German character.
Innsbruck is a compact Tyrolean city known for its imperial Old Town, the Golden Roof and its striking Alpine backdrop. It combines Habsburg history with a lively student atmosphere and a strong connection to skiing and hiking.
Travel to Kempten easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Kempten.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Kempten:
A coach is £65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Kempten costing on average £100.
A coach is £282 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Kempten costing on average £317.
Other travel options to Kempten take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 27m.
Coach takes on average 11h 24m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cologne and Kempten as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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