What is the cheapest way to get from Como to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Como to Cologne is to train and fly which costs €55 - €210 and takes 5h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Como to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Como to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 4h 57m and costs €65 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between Como and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Como to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Como and arriving at Köln via Zürich Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Como and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Como to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Como S.Giovanni and arriving at Köln Hbf via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Como to Cologne?

The distance between Como and Cologne is 663 km. The road distance is 780.9 km.

How do I travel from Como to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Como to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 8h 40m and costs €250 - €750.

How long does it take to get from Como to Cologne?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Como to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Como to Cologne bus from?

Como to Cologne bus services, operated by Onebus, depart from Como station.

Where do I catch the Como to Cologne train from?

Como to Cologne train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Como S.Giovanni station.

Train or bus from Como to Cologne?

The best way to get from Como to Cologne is to train which takes 8h 40m and costs €250 - €750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 46m.

Where does the Como to Cologne bus arrive?

Como to Cologne bus services, operated by Onebus, arrive at ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquai station.

Where does the Como to Cologne train arrive?

Como to Cologne train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Como to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Como to Cologne is 781 km. It takes approximately 7h 14m to drive from Como to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Como to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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There are 10 ways to get from Como to Cologne by train, plane, train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Take the train from Como Lago to Saronnotrain
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MXP - CGN
4h 57m
€68–180
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Como Lago to Saronnotrain
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MXP - DUS
5h 29m
€56–201
Train
1. Take the train from Como S.Giovanni to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Köln Hbftrain Ice
8h 40m
€259–744
Bus
1. Take the bus from Como to ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquaibus
2. Take the bus from Zürich Bus Station to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
9h 46m
Drive 780.9 km
1. Drive from Como to Colognecar 780.9 km
7h 14m
€123–178
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Como S.Giovanni to Monzatrain
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane LIN - DUS
5h 55m
€86–271
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airportbus
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BGY - CGN
5h 35m
€79–279
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Como Lago to Saronnotrain
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MXP - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 25m
€96–318
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Como S.Giovanni to Zuerich Hbtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane ZRH - CGN
6h 19m
€129–308
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Como Grandate to Karlsruhe central train stationbus FlixBus 024
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
11h 51m
€99–302

Como to Cologne by train

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8h 40mAverage Duration

€259Cheapest Price

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Distance: 663.4 km
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Como, Italy and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Como S.Giovanni to Köln Hbf via Zuerich Hb and Zürich HB in around 8h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Como to Köln via Zürich Bus Station in around 9h 46m.

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