The average train between Cologne and Schongau takes 6h 17m and the fastest train takes 6h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Schongau. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Cologne and Schongau. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Schongau at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 6h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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6h 8m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Schongau? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Schongau. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Schongau station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.
Cologne to Schongau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Schongau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Weilheim station.
Book your Cologne to Schongau train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Transdev GmbH.
The distance between Cologne and Schongau is 449.3 km. The road distance is 650 km.
You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Schongau via München Hbf and Weilheim(Oberbay) in around 6h 30m.