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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Hbf | Bamberg | Cheapest | ||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Bamberg | Fastest | ||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Bamberg | No tags | ||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Bamberg | No tags | ||||
National Express + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Hbf | Bamberg | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Bamberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bamberg. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Bamberg 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 Cologne to Bamberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Bamberg start at $51. The average price for this train route is around $186. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Bamberg?
The average train trip from Cologne to Bamberg takes 3h 59m and covers 302 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 55m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Bamberg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 31 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Bamberg?
The earliest train from Cologne to Bamberg departs at 6:31am. The latest train departs at 11:50pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Bamberg?
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 Cologne to Bamberg?
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 Cologne to Bamberg?
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 Cologne to Bamberg?
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 Cologne to Bamberg was searched and found on Jun 16, 2026 with a price of $52To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Bamberg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $52 to $312 for a train ticket from Cologne to Bamberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2026-06-16.
