What is the best way to travel from Lindau to Cologne?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Cologne from Lindau?
You can get to Cologne with just $57 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Deutsche Bahn8h 19m09:45 PMLindauCentral Station6:04 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lindau (Germany) at 3/12/2026 9:45:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/13/2026 6:04:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 19m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 35m06:35 PMLindauCentral Station12:10 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lindau (Germany) at 3/12/2026 6:35:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/13/2026 12:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 25m05:45 PMLindauCentral Station11:10 PMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lindau (Germany) at 3/12/2026 5:45:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/12/2026 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $119 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
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Pacific Air Express16h 55m05:40 PMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport10:35 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/12/2026 5:40:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/13/2026 10:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $517 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 55m
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Pacific Air Express21h 15m05:40 PMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport2:55 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/12/2026 5:40:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/13/2026 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $542 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 15m
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Pacific Air Express4h 20m05:40 PMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport10:00 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/12/2026 5:40:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/12/2026 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $673 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
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Pacific Air Express15h 15m05:40 PMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport8:55 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/12/2026 5:40:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/13/2026 8:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $920 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 15m
Cheapest Trains Thursday
Cheapest Flights Thursday
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Deutsche Bahn8h 18m09:45 PMLindauCentral Station6:03 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lindau (Germany) at 3/13/2026 9:45:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/14/2026 6:03:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 18m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 16m09:47 PMLindauCentral Station6:03 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lindau (Germany) at 3/13/2026 9:47:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/14/2026 6:03:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 16m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 35m06:35 PMLindauCentral Station12:10 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lindau (Germany) at 3/13/2026 6:35:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/14/2026 12:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $130 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
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Pacific Air Express11h 25m06:50 AMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport6:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/13/2026 6:50:00 AM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/13/2026 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $601 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
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Pacific Air Express19h 5m04:00 PMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport11:05 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/13/2026 4:00:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/14/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $657 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 5m
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Pacific Air Express3h 45m06:50 AMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport10:35 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/13/2026 6:50:00 AM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/13/2026 10:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $662 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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Pacific Air Express24h 35m04:00 PMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport4:35 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/13/2026 4:00:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/14/2026 4:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $673 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 35m
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Pacific Air Express8h 5m06:50 AMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport2:55 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/13/2026 6:50:00 AM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/13/2026 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $686 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
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Cheapest Flights Friday
What are the fastest trips from Lindau to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne from Lindau in just 3h 45m with a Flight from Pacific Air Express. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Pacific Air Express4h 20m05:40 PMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport10:00 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/12/2026 5:40:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/12/2026 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $673 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
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Pacific Air Express15h 15m05:40 PMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport8:55 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/12/2026 5:40:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/13/2026 8:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $920 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 15m
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Pacific Air Express16h 55m05:40 PMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport10:35 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/12/2026 5:40:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/13/2026 10:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $517 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 55m
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Pacific Air Express21h 15m05:40 PMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport2:55 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/12/2026 5:40:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/13/2026 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $542 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 15m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 25m05:45 PMLindauCentral Station11:10 PMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lindau (Germany) at 3/12/2026 5:45:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/12/2026 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $119 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 35m06:35 PMLindauCentral Station12:10 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lindau (Germany) at 3/12/2026 6:35:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/13/2026 12:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 19m09:45 PMLindauCentral Station6:04 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lindau (Germany) at 3/12/2026 9:45:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/13/2026 6:04:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 19m
Fastest Flights Thursday
Fastest Trains Thursday
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Pacific Air Express3h 45m06:50 AMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport10:35 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/13/2026 6:50:00 AM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/13/2026 10:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $662 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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Pacific Air Express8h 5m06:50 AMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport2:55 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/13/2026 6:50:00 AM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/13/2026 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $686 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
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Pacific Air Express11h 25m06:50 AMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport6:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/13/2026 6:50:00 AM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/13/2026 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $601 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
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Pacific Air Express19h 5m04:00 PMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport11:05 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/13/2026 4:00:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/14/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $657 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 5m
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Pacific Air Express24h 35m04:00 PMSt. Gallen–Altenrhein AirportSt. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport4:35 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Pacific Air Express goes from St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport, St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland) at 3/13/2026 4:00:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/14/2026 4:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $673 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 35m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 35m06:35 PMLindauCentral Station12:10 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lindau (Germany) at 3/13/2026 6:35:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/14/2026 12:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $130 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 16m09:47 PMLindauCentral Station6:03 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lindau (Germany) at 3/13/2026 9:47:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/14/2026 6:03:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 16m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 18m09:45 PMLindauCentral Station6:03 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lindau (Germany) at 3/13/2026 9:45:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/14/2026 6:03:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 18m
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Fastest Trains Friday
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Bus from Lindau to Cologne
What are the most popular stations in Lindau and Cologne?
In Lindau, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Central Station or Reutin Train Station, while in Cologne you will be arriving at Central Station, Central Bus Station or Messe/Deutz Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cologne from Lindau? With 9 connections between 1 Flight and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Lindau and Cologne, you can pay as low as $57 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Pacific Air Express: you will get to Cologne in just 3h 45m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Lindau and Cologne are Deutsche Bahn and Pacific Air Express, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Lindau and Cologne is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Hörbranz or to Huerth, and look at flights from Friedrichshafen Airport, and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Lindau to Cologne?
The most popular companies between Lindau and Cologne, are Deutsche Bahn and Pacific Air Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
Airlines: Pacific Air Express
All you need to know when you travel from Lindau to Cologne
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Lindau to Cologne. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Lindau to Cologne
How can I reach Cologne from Lindau?
Every day, there are on average 9 connections between Flight and Train, with which you can get to Cologne from Lindau.
How far is Cologne from Lindau?
The distance between Lindau and Cologne is 264.4 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Lindau and Cologne?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 11 kgs of CO2, a train 15 kgs, a car 72 kgs, and a flight 105 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Lindau to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne with just $57 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Lindau to Cologne?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cologne in just 3h 45m with a Flight from Pacific Air Express.
More routes to Lindau and to Cologne
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