Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
WestfalenBahn + National Express + DB Fernverkehr | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Braunschweig (Hbf) | Hbf | No tags | |||||
WestfalenBahn + DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
| Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | No tags | |||||
WestfalenBahn + National Express | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
WestfalenBahn + DB Regio NRW + National Express | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Braunschweig to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 18 minutes, and with fares starting at just A$14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Braunschweig and Cologne?
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Braunschweig to Cologne by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Braunschweig to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Braunschweig to Cologne start at A$14. The average price for this train route is around A$142. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Braunschweig to Cologne?
The average train trip from Braunschweig to Cologne takes 4h 18m and covers 287 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 22m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Braunschweig to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 32 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Braunschweig to Cologne?
The earliest train from Braunschweig to Cologne departs at 6:20am. The latest train departs at 11:20pm.
What is the best train operator from Braunschweig to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Braunschweig to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Braunschweig to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Braunschweig to Cologne?
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.
The cheapest trip from Braunschweig to Cologne was searched and found on Jul 22, 2026 with a price of A$52To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Braunschweig to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from A$52 to A$374 for a train ticket from Braunschweig to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at A$52 which is on 2026-07-22.
