How much is the train ticket from Bielefeld to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Bielefeld to Cologne start from R 157. The average price for this train route is around R 541. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 20m, covering a distance of 163 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators serve the Bielefeld to Cologne route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 13 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

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

The earliest train from Bielefeld to Cologne departs at 06:41. And the latest train departs at 20:40.

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 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 Bielefeld to Cologne?

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 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 R 238 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Bielefeld to Cologne on 12 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:25	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 20m	13:45	Hbf	Cheapest
	19:28	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 5m	21:33	Hbf	Fastest
	15:25	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 21m	17:46	Hbf	No tags
	06:41	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 9m	08:50	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express	07:22	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 12m	09:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Bielefeld to Cologne on 13 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:25	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 29m	19:54	Hbf	Cheapest
	19:28	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 5m	21:33	Hbf	Fastest
	11:25	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 20m	13:45	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	17:25	Eisenbahnstraße	3h 20m	20:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
	06:41	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 9m	08:50	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Bielefeld to Cologne on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:23	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 20m	21:43	Hbf	Cheapest
06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	08:45	Hbf	Fastest
11:25	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 16m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	08:45	Hbf	No tags
13:28	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 11m	15:39	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Bielefeld to Cologne on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:23	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 20m	21:43	Hbf	Cheapest
06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	08:45	Hbf	Fastest
11:25	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 16m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	08:45	Hbf	No tags
13:28	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 11m	15:39	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Bielefeld to Cologne on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:23	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 20m	17:43	Hbf	Cheapest
06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	08:45	Hbf	Fastest
06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	08:45	Hbf	No tags
13:28	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 11m	15:39	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	08:45	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Bielefeld to Cologne on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:23	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 20m	17:43	Hbf	Cheapest
06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	08:45	Hbf	Fastest
06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	08:45	Hbf	No tags
19:28	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 6m	21:34	Hbf	No tags
06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	08:45	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Bielefeld to Cologne on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:25	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 16m	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	08:45	Hbf	Fastest
19:23	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 20m	21:43	Hbf	No tags
06:42	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	08:45	Hbf	No tags
13:28	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 11m	15:39	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:19 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Bielefeld to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just R 153, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

2hAverage duration

423 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 260 - R 416	Average duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 157 - R 1 543	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 153 - R 378	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 18kg 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

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511 577 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Bielefeld to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Bielefeld to Cologne start from R 157. The average price for this train route is around R 541. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 20m, covering a distance of 163 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Bielefeld to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 13 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bielefeld to Cologne?
The earliest train from Bielefeld to Cologne departs at 06:41. And the latest train departs at 20:40.
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 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 Bielefeld to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Bielefeld to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 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

09/12

R 248

10/12

R 237

Today

R 249

12/12

R 311

13/12

R 270

14/12

R 301

15/12

R 239

16/12

R 240

The cheapest trip from Bielefeld to Cologne was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 237

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 R 237 to R 2 547 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 R 239, which is on 2025-12-15.

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.