What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne is to bus via Bonn UN Campus which costs €50 - €85 and takes 10h.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne is to fly which takes 1h 29m and costs €75 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich Airport (ZRH) station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Zürich Bus Station and arriving at Köln via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Zürich Flughafen and arriving at Köln Hbf via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne?

The distance between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Cologne is 411 km. The road distance is 524.2 km.

How do I travel from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs €200 - €700.

How long does it take to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne bus from?

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Zürich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne train from?

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train, bus or fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne?

The best way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne is to fly which takes 1h 29m and costs €75 - €200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €200 - €700 and takes 6h 14m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 8h.

Where does the Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne bus arrive?

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Köln station.

Where does the Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne train arrive?

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne is 524 km. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne?

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Can I share a ride from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne?

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Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane ZRH - CGN
1h 29m
€79–192
Bus via Bonn UN Campus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Airport bus station to Bonn UN Campusbus FlixBus N11
10h
€52–85
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Köln Hbftrain Ice
6h 14m
€203–661
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zürich Bus Station to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
8h
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Zurich-ZRH to Colognerideshare 524.2 km
5h 16m
Drive 524.2 km
1. Drive from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Colognecar 524.2 km
5h 16m
€91–131
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane ZRH - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
2h 10m
€81–230
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane ZRH - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
2h 9m
€114–324

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne by train

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6h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 410.5 km
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Zurich Airport (ZRH), Switzerland and Cologne, Germany?

Eurowings and Lufthansa fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) twice daily. Alternatively, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Köln Hbf 3 times a week. Tickets cost €200–650 and the journey takes 5h 4m.

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