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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 | Bremen central station (train) | Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Bremen Hbf | Hbf | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Bremen Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bremen Hbf | Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bremen Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Bremen to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bremen 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 Bremen to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Bremen to Cologne start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $41. 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 Bremen to Cologne?
The average train ride duration from Bremen to Cologne is 3h 4m, covering a distance of 168 miles (270 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 2m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Bremen to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, IC Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bremen to Cologne?
The earliest train departs from Bremen to Cologne at 6:44am. And the latest train departs at 11:44pm.
What is the best train operator from Bremen to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is IC Bus, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bremen 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 Bremen to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is IC Bus, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bremen to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is IC Bus, 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 Bremen to Cologne was searched and found on Mar 27, 2026 with a price of $21To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bremen to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $21 to $165 for a train ticket from Bremen to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2026-03-27.
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.
