How much does a train ticket cost from Bielefeld to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Bielefeld to Cologne start from SGD 15. The average price for this train route is around SGD 49. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bielefeld to Cologne?

The average train journey time from Bielefeld to Cologne is 2h 11m, covering a distance of 101 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators serve the Bielefeld to Cologne route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 15 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bielefeld to Cologne?

The earliest train from Bielefeld to Cologne departs at 06:42. And the latest train departs at 20:22.

Which is the best train operator from Bielefeld to Cologne?

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.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bielefeld to Cologne?

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

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Bielefeld to Cologne?

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.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bielefeld 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.

Train Bielefeld to Cologne from SGD 11 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Bielefeld to Cologne on 21 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:22	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 10m	20:32	Hbf	Cheapest
Train	19:26	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 9m	21:35	Hbf	Fastest
Train	18:22	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 10m	20:32	Hbf	No tags
Train	18:22	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 10m	20:32	Hbf	No tags
Train	18:22	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 10m	20:32	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Bielefeld to Cologne on 22 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	15:23	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 20m	17:43	Hbf	Cheapest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 6m	08:48	Hbf	Fastest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 11m	08:53	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	07:23	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 19m	09:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 11m	08:53	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Bielefeld to Cologne on 23 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:23	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 31m	21:54	Hbf	Cheapest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 6m	08:48	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	11:23	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 11m	08:53	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	07:23	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 19m	09:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Bielefeld to Cologne on 24 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:23	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 17m	21:40	Hbf	Cheapest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 6m	08:48	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	11:23	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 11m	08:53	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	07:23	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 19m	09:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Bielefeld to Cologne on 25 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	07:23	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 10m	09:33	Hbf	Cheapest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 6m	08:48	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	11:23	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 11m	08:53	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	07:23	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 19m	09:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Bielefeld to Cologne on 26 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:23	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 6m	08:48	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	15:23	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 20m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 11m	08:53	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	12:22	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 20m	14:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Bielefeld to Cologne on 27 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:23	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 6m	08:48	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	15:23	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 20m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 11m	08:53	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	07:23	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 19m	09:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:41 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bielefeld to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just SGD 15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15train per day

2h 11mAverage duration

101 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceSGD 18 - SGD 36	Average duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceSGD 15 - SGD 140	Average duration2h 11m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bielefeld and Cologne?

Bielefeld

A
Brackwede Bielefeld - Busbanhof
Eisenbahnstraße 39, 33647 Bielefeld, Germany
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Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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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

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi3.4

FlixTrain

3.1/526 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.6

Wi‑Fi2.3

Deutsche Bahn

4.1/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi3.1

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn, ÖBB

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bielefeld to Cologne by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Bielefeld to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Bielefeld to Cologne start from SGD 15. The average price for this train route is around SGD 49. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bielefeld to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Bielefeld to Cologne is 2h 11m, covering a distance of 101 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Bielefeld to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 15 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bielefeld to Cologne?
The earliest train from Bielefeld to Cologne departs at 06:42. And the latest train departs at 20:22.
Which is the best train operator from Bielefeld to Cologne?
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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bielefeld to Cologne?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Bielefeld to Cologne?
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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bielefeld 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.

Best price found

19/04

SGD 34

20/04

SGD 20

Today

SGD 22

22/04

SGD 18

23/04

SGD 20

24/04

SGD 19

25/04

SGD 16

26/04

SGD 23

The cheapest trip from Bielefeld to Cologne was searched and found on 25 Apr 2026 with a price of SGD 16

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

You can expect to pay from SGD 16 to SGD 206 for a train ticket from Bielefeld to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SGD 16, which is on 2026-04-25.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE 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.