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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DB Regio Nord + eurobahn + DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Train | Bremen Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Bremen Hbf | Hbf | Fastest | ||||
 | Train | Bremen central station (train) | Hbf | No tags | ||||
DB Regio Nord + DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr | Train | Bremen Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | ||||
DB Regio Nord + DB Regio NRW + National Express | Train | Bremen Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Bremen to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just NOK 152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bremen 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 Bremen to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Bremen to Cologne start at NOK 88. The average price for this train route is around NOK 500. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Bremen to Cologne?
The average train trip from Bremen to Cologne takes 4h and covers 270 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 57m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Bremen to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 36 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, IC Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bremen to Cologne?
The earliest train from Bremen to Cologne departs at 6:14am. The latest train departs at 9:44pm.
What is the best train operator from Bremen to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is IC Bus, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bremen 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 Bremen to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is IC Bus, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bremen to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is IC Bus, 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 Bremen to Cologne was searched and found on Jun 9, 2026 with a price of NOK 206To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bremen to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from NOK 206 to NOK 1,867 for a train ticket from Bremen to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 287 which is on 2026-06-13.
Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
