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

The cheapest way to get from Ingolstadt to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €20 - €35 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ingolstadt to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €75 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Ingolstadt and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ingolstadt to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Ingolstadt and arriving at Köln via Nuremberg central bus station and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Ingolstadt 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 to Cologne?

The distance between Ingolstadt and Cologne is 493 km. The road distance is 500.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ingolstadt to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €75 - €160.

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

Ingolstadt to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ingolstadt station.

Where do I catch the Ingolstadt to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Ingolstadt to Cologne?

The best way to get from Ingolstadt to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €75 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €70 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Ingolstadt to Cologne bus arrive?

Ingolstadt to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nuremberg central bus station.

Where does the Ingolstadt to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ingolstadt to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ingolstadt to Cologne is 500 km. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Ingolstadt to Cologne.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Ingolstadt to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1819+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Ingolstadt to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Ingolstadt and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ingolstadt Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 41
4h 3m
€75–160
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Ingolstadt to Colognerideshare 499.2 km
5h 20m
€20–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt to Nuremberg central bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Frankfurt central train stationbus N61 / ...
3. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus
7h 24m
€59–67
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Ingolstadt Hbf to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
6h 35m
€30–105
Drive 500.3 km
1. Drive from Ingolstadt to Colognecar 500.3 km
4h 9m
€93–135
Train via Nuremberg
1. Take the train from Ingolstadt Nord to Nürnberg Hbftrain Re1 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
5h 3m
€70–143
Bus, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt, Z O B to Flughafen Münchenbus
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
3h 27m
Bus, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt, Z O B to Flughafen Münchenbus
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
3h 59m
Bus, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt, Z O B 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
4h 36m

Ingolstadt to Cologne by train

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Distance: 493.4 km
Duration: 4h 3m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Ingolstadt Hbf to Köln Hbf 5 times a week. Tickets cost €75–160 and the journey takes 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ingolstadt to Köln via Nuremberg central bus station and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 7h 24m.

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