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

The cheapest way to get from Oberstdorf to Cologne is to drive which costs €80 - €120 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oberstdorf to Cologne is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Oberstdorf and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oberstdorf and arriving at Köln Süd Bf. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Oberstdorf to Cologne?

The distance between Oberstdorf and Cologne is 556 km. The road distance is 564.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Oberstdorf to Cologne without a car is to train via Neu-Ulm which takes 5h 22m and costs €95 - €400.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Oberstdorf to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oberstdorf to Cologne train from?

Oberstdorf to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Oberstdorf station.

Where does the Oberstdorf to Cologne train arrive?

Oberstdorf to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Ulm Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Oberstdorf to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Oberstdorf to Cologne is 565 km. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Oberstdorf to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Oberstdorf to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Oberstdorf to Cologne by train, car, or plane

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Train via Neu-Ulm
best
1. Take the train from Oberstdorf to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain Re75
2. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
5h 22m
€98–400
Drive 564.6 km
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1. Drive from Oberstdorf to Colognecar 564.6 km
5h 20m
€81–117
Train, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Oberstdorf to Pasingtrain
2. Take the train from Pasing to Flughafen Münchentrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
5h 48m
€119–293
Train
1. Take the train from Oberstdorf to Köln Süd Bftrain 55
7h 9m
€100–400
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Oberstdorf to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the train from Ulm Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain Ice
7h 47m
€88–325
Train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Oberstdorf to Pasingtrain
2. Take the train from Pasing to Flughafen Münchentrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
4. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbftrain
6h 31m
€128–315

Oberstdorf to Cologne by train

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5h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 555.6 km
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a train from Oberstdorf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Ulm Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 22m.

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