Train from Cologne to Passau: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cologne to Passau on May 12
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Passau

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Passau. The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just ₪107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
9h 45mAverage Duration
526 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price₪107 - ₪270Average Duration9h 45m
13kg CO₂e
Average Price₪96 - ₪895Average Duration6h 57m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Passau by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Passau?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Passau start at ₪96. The average price for this train route is around ₪394. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Cologne to Passau?

    The average train trip from Cologne to Passau takes 6h 57m and covers 535 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 30m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

  3. Which train operators serve the Cologne to Passau route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Passau?

    The earliest train from Cologne to Passau departs at 6:27am. The latest train departs at 11:58pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Cologne to Passau?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Passau?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  7. Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Passau?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Passau?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-10
₪434
05-11
₪362
Today
₪361
05-13
₪431
05-14
₪201
05-15
₪173
05-16
₪201
05-17
₪503
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Passau was searched and found on May 15, 2026 with a price of ₪173

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Passau, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ₪173 to ₪859 for a train ticket from Cologne to Passau based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ₪173 which is on 2026-05-15.

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