What is the cheapest way to get from Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne is to night train which costs €30 - €110 and takes 6h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €90 - €190.

Is there a direct train between Ingolstadt Hbf and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ingolstadt Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne?

The distance between Ingolstadt Hbf and Cologne is 493 km. The road distance is 501.3 km.

How do I travel from Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €90 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne?

The train from Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne Hbf takes 4h 3m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne train from?

Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Ingolstadt Hbf station.

Where does the Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne train arrive?

Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne is 501 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, night train, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne by train, night train, car, bus, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ingolstadt Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 41
4h 3m
€90–190
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Ingolstadt Hbf to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
6h 35m
€30–105
Drive 501.3 km
1. Drive from Ingolstadt Hbf to Colognecar 501.3 km
4h 10m
€74–107
Bus to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt, Nordbahnhof to Flughafen Münchenbus
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
4h 10m
Train via Nuremberg
1. Take the train from Ingolstadt Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
4h 51m
€89–207
Bus to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt, Nordbahnhof to Flughafen Münchenbus
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
4h 41m
Train to Nuremberg Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Ingolstadt Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane NUE - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 19m
€141–286
Bus to Munich International Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt, Nordbahnhof to Flughafen Münchenbus
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MUC - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 17m
Bus to Munich International Airport, fly to Münster Osnabrück International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt, Nordbahnhof to Flughafen Münchenbus
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Münster Osnabrück International Airport (FMO)plane MUC - FMO
3. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain
6h 45m

Ingolstadt Hbf to Cologne by train

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4h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 493.4 km
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Ingolstadt Hbf, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Ingolstadt Hbf to Köln Hbf 5 times a week. Tickets cost €90–190 and the journey takes 4h 3m.

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