How much is the train ticket from Bielefeld to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Bielefeld to Cologne start from PEN 41. The average price for this train route is around PEN 142. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bielefeld to Cologne?

The average train ride duration from Bielefeld to Cologne is 2h 17m, covering a distance of 101 miles (163 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators service the Bielefeld to Cologne route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 31 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bielefeld to Cologne?

The earliest train departs from Bielefeld to Cologne at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 7:55pm.

What 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?

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 most timely service from Bielefeld to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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 PEN 28 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Bielefeld to Cologne on May 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 32m	9:55pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:42pm	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 6m	8:48pm	Hbf	Fastest
National Express + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:00pm	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 31m	8:31pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:22pm	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 21m	8:43pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	6:22pm	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 10m	8:32pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Bielefeld to Cologne on May 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:23am	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 6m	8:48am	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	3:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 20m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:00am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 42m	8:42am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 11m	8:53am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Bielefeld to Cologne on May 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 20m	5:43pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 6m	8:48am	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	11:23am	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:00am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 42m	8:42am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 11m	8:53am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Bielefeld to Cologne on May 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:23am	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 6m	8:48am	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	3:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 20m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:00am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 42m	8:42am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 6m	8:48am	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Bielefeld to Cologne on May 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 20m	5:43pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 6m	8:48am	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	11:23am	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:00am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 42m	8:42am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 6m	8:48am	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Bielefeld to Cologne on May 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:23am	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 6m	8:48am	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	3:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 20m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:00am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 42m	8:42am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 17m	8:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Bielefeld to Cologne on May 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 17m	9:40pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 6m	8:48am	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	11:23am	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr	Train	6:00am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 42m	8:42am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 17m	8:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:49 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bielefeld to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 25mAverage Duration

98 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePEN 49 - PEN 231	Average Duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePEN 41 - PEN 513	Average Duration2h 17m	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

4.1/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.1

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3.3/528 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi2.3

DE train companies:RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bielefeld 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 Bielefeld to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Bielefeld to Cologne start from PEN 41. The average price for this train route is around PEN 142. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bielefeld to Cologne?
The average train ride duration from Bielefeld to Cologne is 2h 17m, covering a distance of 101 miles (163 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Bielefeld to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 31 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bielefeld to Cologne?
The earliest train departs from Bielefeld to Cologne at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 7:55pm.
What 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?
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 most timely service from Bielefeld to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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

05/19

PEN 46

05/20

PEN 57

Today

PEN 57

05/22

PEN 105

05/23

PEN 57

05/24

PEN 63

05/25

PEN 65

05/26

PEN 42

The cheapest trip from Bielefeld to Cologne was searched and found on May 26, 2026 with a price of PEN 42

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 PEN 42 to PEN 563 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 PEN 42 which is on 2026-05-26.

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.