What is the best way to travel from Zurich to Cologne?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Cologne from Zurich?
You can get to Cologne with just $42 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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Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo1h 15m03:50 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport5:05 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/24/2025 3:50:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/24/2025 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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AirBaltic1h 20m012:35 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport1:55 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from AirBaltic goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/24/2025 12:35:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/24/2025 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $246 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 15m04:30 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport5:45 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Swiss International Air Lines goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/24/2025 4:30:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/24/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $246 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 15m05:40 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport6:55 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Swiss International Air Lines goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/24/2025 5:40:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/24/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $246 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
Cheapest Flights Monday
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Deutsche Bahn7h 4m06:59 PMZurichCentral Station2:03 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/25/2025 6:59:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 2/26/2025 2:03:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 4m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 27m06:59 PMZurichCentral Station12:26 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/25/2025 6:59:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 2/26/2025 12:26:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 27m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 8m08:05 AMZurichCentral Station3:13 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/25/2025 8:05:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 2/25/2025 3:13:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $69 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 8m
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Eurowings1h 15m03:50 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport5:05 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/25/2025 3:50:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/25/2025 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 20m012:35 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport1:55 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Swiss International Air Lines goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/25/2025 12:35:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/25/2025 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $246 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 15m05:45 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport7:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Swiss International Air Lines goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/25/2025 5:45:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/25/2025 7:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $270 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Eurowings1h 15m08:50 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport10:05 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/25/2025 8:50:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/25/2025 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $285 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
Cheapest Flights Tuesday
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Eurowings1h 5m08:30 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport9:35 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/26/2025 8:30:00 AM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/26/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $230 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
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Eurowings1h 5m08:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport9:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/26/2025 8:10:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/26/2025 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $630 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
Cheapest Flights Wednesday
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Deutsche Bahn7h 8m06:59 PMZurichCentral Station2:07 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/27/2025 6:59:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 2/28/2025 2:07:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 8m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 54m06:59 PMZurichCentral Station2:53 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/27/2025 6:59:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 2/28/2025 2:53:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 54m
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Deutsche Bahn9h 58m08:05 PMZurichCentral Station6:03 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/27/2025 8:05:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 2/28/2025 6:03:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 58m
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Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo1h 15m03:50 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport5:05 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/27/2025 3:50:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/27/2025 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $135 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Eurowings4h 45m09:05 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport1:50 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/27/2025 9:05:00 AM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/27/2025 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $143 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
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Eurowings3h 40m03:35 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport7:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/27/2025 3:35:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/27/2025 7:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $143 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
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Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos1h 20m07:20 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport8:40 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/27/2025 7:20:00 AM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/27/2025 8:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $245 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
Cheapest Trains Thursday
Cheapest Flights Thursday
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Deutsche Bahn7h 6m06:59 PMZurichCentral Station2:05 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/28/2025 6:59:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/1/2025 2:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 6m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 25m06:59 PMZurichCentral Station2:24 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/28/2025 6:59:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/1/2025 2:24:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 12m05:59 AMZurichCentral Station12:11 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/28/2025 5:59:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 2/28/2025 12:11:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 12m
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Eurowings1h 5m08:30 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport9:35 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/28/2025 8:30:00 AM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/28/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 20m07:20 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport8:40 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Swiss International Air Lines goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/28/2025 7:20:00 AM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/28/2025 8:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
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AirBaltic1h 20m012:30 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport1:50 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from AirBaltic goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/28/2025 12:30:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/28/2025 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
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Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos1h 15m04:50 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport6:05 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/28/2025 4:50:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/28/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
Cheapest Trains Friday
Cheapest Flights Friday
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Eurowings1h 15m08:35 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport9:50 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 3/1/2025 8:35:00 AM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/1/2025 9:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 20m07:20 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport8:40 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Swiss International Air Lines goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 3/1/2025 7:20:00 AM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/1/2025 8:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $166 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 15m05:40 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport6:55 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Swiss International Air Lines goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 3/1/2025 5:40:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/1/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $166 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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AirBaltic1h 20m012:55 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport2:15 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from AirBaltic goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 3/1/2025 12:55:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/1/2025 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $166 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
Cheapest Flights Saturday
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Deutsche Bahn7h 25m06:59 PMZurichCentral Station2:24 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 6:59:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/3/2025 2:24:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 27m06:59 PMZurichCentral Station12:26 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 6:59:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/3/2025 12:26:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 27m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 15m05:59 AMZurichCentral Station11:14 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 5:59:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/2/2025 11:14:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 12m04:59 PMZurichCentral Station12:11 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 4:59:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/3/2025 12:11:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 12m
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BlaBlaCar5h 50m05:30 AMZurich11:20 AMCologne0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Zurich (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 5:30:00 AM to , Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/2/2025 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
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Eurowings1h 5m09:30 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport10:35 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 9:30:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/2/2025 10:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
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Eurowings1h 15m03:50 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport5:05 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 3:50:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/2/2025 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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EasyJet Airline11h 0m09:25 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport8:25 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from EasyJet Airline goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 9:25:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/3/2025 8:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $200 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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AJet8h 55m02:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport11:05 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from AJet goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 2:10:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/2/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $206 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 55m
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What are the fastest trips from Zurich to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne from Zurich in just 1h 5m with a Flight from Eurowings. 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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Eurowings1h 5m08:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport9:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/24/2025 8:10:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/24/2025 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $449 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
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Eurowings1h 5m08:30 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport9:35 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/24/2025 8:30:00 AM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/24/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $644 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
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Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo1h 15m03:50 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport5:05 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/24/2025 3:50:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/24/2025 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 15m04:30 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport5:45 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Swiss International Air Lines goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/24/2025 4:30:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/24/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $246 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
Fastest Flights Monday
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Eurowings1h 5m08:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport9:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/25/2025 8:10:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/25/2025 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $534 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
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Eurowings1h 5m08:30 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport9:35 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/25/2025 8:30:00 AM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/25/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $643 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
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Eurowings1h 15m03:50 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport5:05 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/25/2025 3:50:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/25/2025 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 15m05:45 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport7:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Swiss International Air Lines goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/25/2025 5:45:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/25/2025 7:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $270 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 27m06:59 PMZurichCentral Station12:26 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/25/2025 6:59:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 2/26/2025 12:26:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 27m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 4m06:59 PMZurichCentral Station2:03 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/25/2025 6:59:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 2/26/2025 2:03:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 4m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 8m08:05 AMZurichCentral Station3:13 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/25/2025 8:05:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 2/25/2025 3:13:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $69 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 8m
Fastest Flights Tuesday
Fastest Trains Tuesday
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Eurowings1h 5m08:30 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport9:35 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/26/2025 8:30:00 AM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/26/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $230 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
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Eurowings1h 5m08:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport9:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/26/2025 8:10:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/26/2025 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $630 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
Fastest Flights Wednesday
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Eurowings1h 5m08:30 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport9:35 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/27/2025 8:30:00 AM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/27/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $583 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
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Eurowings1h 5m08:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport9:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/27/2025 8:10:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/27/2025 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $832 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
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Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo1h 15m03:50 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport5:05 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/27/2025 3:50:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/27/2025 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $135 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 15m04:30 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport5:45 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Swiss International Air Lines goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/27/2025 4:30:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/27/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $245 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 8m06:59 PMZurichCentral Station2:07 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/27/2025 6:59:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 2/28/2025 2:07:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 8m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 54m06:59 PMZurichCentral Station2:53 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/27/2025 6:59:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 2/28/2025 2:53:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 54m
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Deutsche Bahn9h 58m08:05 PMZurichCentral Station6:03 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/27/2025 8:05:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 2/28/2025 6:03:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 58m
Fastest Flights Thursday
Fastest Trains Thursday
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Eurowings1h 5m08:30 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport9:35 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/28/2025 8:30:00 AM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/28/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
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Eurowings1h 5m08:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport9:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/28/2025 8:10:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/28/2025 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $444 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
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Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos1h 15m04:50 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport6:05 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/28/2025 4:50:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/28/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Eurowings1h 15m03:50 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport5:05 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 2/28/2025 3:50:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 2/28/2025 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $162 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 12m05:59 AMZurichCentral Station12:11 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/28/2025 5:59:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 2/28/2025 12:11:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 12m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 6m06:59 PMZurichCentral Station2:05 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/28/2025 6:59:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/1/2025 2:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 6m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 25m06:59 PMZurichCentral Station2:24 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 2/28/2025 6:59:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/1/2025 2:24:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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Fastest Trains Friday
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Eurowings1h 15m08:35 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport9:50 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 3/1/2025 8:35:00 AM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/1/2025 9:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 15m05:40 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport6:55 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Swiss International Air Lines goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 3/1/2025 5:40:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/1/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $166 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 20m07:20 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport8:40 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Swiss International Air Lines goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 3/1/2025 7:20:00 AM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/1/2025 8:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $166 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
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AirBaltic1h 20m012:55 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport2:15 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from AirBaltic goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 3/1/2025 12:55:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/1/2025 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $166 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
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Eurowings1h 5m09:30 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport10:35 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 9:30:00 PM to Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/2/2025 10:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
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Eurowings1h 15m03:50 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport5:05 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 3:50:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/2/2025 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 15m05:40 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport6:55 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Swiss International Air Lines goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 5:40:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/2/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $247 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Eurowings1h 15m08:50 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport10:05 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Eurowings goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 8:50:00 PM to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 3/2/2025 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $287 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 15m05:59 AMZurichCentral Station11:14 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 5:59:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/2/2025 11:14:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 27m06:59 PMZurichCentral Station12:26 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 6:59:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/3/2025 12:26:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 27m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 12m04:59 PMZurichCentral Station12:11 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 4:59:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/3/2025 12:11:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 12m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 25m06:59 PMZurichCentral Station2:24 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 6:59:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/3/2025 2:24:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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BlaBlaCar5h 50m05:30 AMZurich11:20 AMCologne0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Zurich (Switzerland) at 3/2/2025 5:30:00 AM to , Cologne (Germany) arriving at 3/2/2025 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
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Bus from Zurich to Cologne
What are the most popular stations in Zurich and Cologne?
In Zurich, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station Sihlquai or Central Polybahn, 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 Zurich? With 9 connections between 2 Train, Carpool and Flight 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 Zurich and Cologne, you can pay as low as $42 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 Eurowings: you will get to Cologne in just 1h 5m.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 Zurich and Cologne are Eurowings, Deutsche Bahn and Swiss International Air Lines, 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 Zurich 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 Zollikon or to Huerth, and look at flights from Zurich 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 Zurich to Cologne?
The most popular companies between Zurich and Cologne, are Eurowings, Deutsche Bahn and Swiss International Air Lines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
Airlines: Eurowings, Swiss International Air Lines, Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo and 6 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Zurich to Cologne
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Zurich 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 Zurich to Cologne
How can I reach Cologne from Zurich?
Every day, there are on average 9 connections between Train, Carpool and Flight, with which you can get to Cologne from Zurich.
How far is Cologne from Zurich?
The distance between Zurich and Cologne is 256.8 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Zurich 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 14 kgs, a car 70 kgs, and a flight 102 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Zurich to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne with just $42 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Zurich 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 1h 5m with a Flight from Eurowings.
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