What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Val Gardena?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Val Gardena is to drive which costs €120 - €180 and takes 7h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Val Gardena?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Val Gardena is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 28m and costs €180 - €390.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Val Gardena?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Val Gardena. However, there are services departing from Cologne Airport CGN and arriving at Soplases via Bolzano, Via Loris Musy and Bolzano - Autostazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Val Gardena?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Val Gardena. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Ponte Gardena Laion/Waidbruck Lajen via München Hbf, Kufstein and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 1m.

How far is it from Cologne to Val Gardena?

The distance between Cologne and Val Gardena is 865 km. The road distance is 773.2 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Val Gardena without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Val Gardena without a car is to train which takes 11h 1m and costs €140 - €750.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Val Gardena?

It takes approximately 11h 1m to get from Cologne to Val Gardena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Val Gardena bus from?

Cologne to Val Gardena bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Val Gardena train from?

Cologne to Val Gardena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Val Gardena?

The best way to get from Cologne to Val Gardena is to train which takes 11h 1m and costs €140 - €750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 15h 32m.

Where does the Cologne to Val Gardena bus arrive?

Cologne to Val Gardena bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bolzano South station.

Where does the Cologne to Val Gardena train arrive?

Cologne to Val Gardena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at München Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Val Gardena?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Val Gardena is 773 km. It takes approximately 7h 42m to drive from Cologne to Val Gardena.

Where can I stay near Val Gardena?

There are 2891+ hotels available in Val Gardena.

Cologne to Val Gardena - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Cologne to Val Gardena by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, night train, car, shuttle, 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
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to München Hbftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Kufsteintrain 89 / ...
3. Take the train from Kufstein to Brennero - Brennertrain 89
4. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Ponte Gardena Laion/Waidbruck Lajentrain Re
11h 1m
€148–712
Drive 773.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Val Gardenacar 773.2 km
7h 42m
€121–175
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Bolzano Southbus N537
2. Take the bus from Bolzano - Autostazione to Soplasesbus 350
15h 32m
Train, night train, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hauptbahnhoftrain 42 / ...
2. Take the nighttrain from Stuttgart Hbf to Bolzano Bozennighttrain Nj
3. Take the bus from Bolzano - Autostazione to Soplasesbus 350
15h 57m
Train, shuttle
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Drf
2. Take a shuttle bus from Innsbruck Airport to Santa Cristina Gherdëinashuttle
13h 8m
€139–251
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane CGN - MUC
2. Take a shuttle bus from Flughafen München to Chiusashuttle
7h 11m
€263–497
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Bolzano Dolomiti Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Bolzano Dolomiti Airport (BZO)plane DUS - BZO
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bolzano to Urtijëishuttle
6h 42m
€274–555
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Verona Villafranca Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN)plane CGN - VRN
2. Take a shuttle bus from Verona - Aeroporto to Urtijëishuttle
6h 28m
€183–382

Cologne to Val Gardena by train and bus

43Weekly Services

11h 1mAverage Duration

€148Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cologne to Val Gardena.

Launch map view

Distance: 864.9 km
Duration: 11h 1m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Val Gardena, Italy?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Soplases via München Hbf, Kufstein, Brennero - Brenner, Ponte Gardena Laion/Waidbruck Lajen, and Ponte Gardena - Stazione in around 11h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Soplases via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, Cologne Airport CGN, Bolzano South, Bolzano, Via Loris Musy, Bolzano, and Bolzano - Autostazione in around 15h 32m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Italy

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.