Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Hbf | Minden (Westf) | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Hbf | Minden (Westf) | Fastest | ||||
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Minden (Westf) | No tags | ||||
Regional-Express + InterCity | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Minden (Westf) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Hbf | Minden (Westf) | No tags |
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Get from Cologne to Minden
The journey takes about 2 hours 41 minutes, and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Minden 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 Minden?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Minden start at $57. The average price for this train route is around $78. 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 Minden?
The average train trip from Cologne to Minden takes 2h 41m and covers 203 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Minden route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Minden?
The earliest train from Cologne to Minden departs at 6:11am. The latest train departs at 8:49pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Minden?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Minden?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Minden?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Minden?
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 Minden was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $85To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Minden, as early as possible.
