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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Hbf | Bamberg | Cheapest | ||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Bamberg | Fastest | ||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Bamberg | No tags | ||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Bamberg | No tags | ||||
National Express + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Hbf | Bamberg | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bamberg. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Bamberg 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 Bamberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Bamberg start from $36. The average price for this train route is around $130. 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 Cologne to Bamberg?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Bamberg is 3h 59m, covering a distance of 187 miles (302 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Bamberg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 31 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Bamberg?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Bamberg at 6:31am. And the latest train departs at 11:50pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Bamberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Bamberg?
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 Cologne to Bamberg?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Bamberg?
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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Bamberg was searched and found on Jun 9, 2026 with a price of $34To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Bamberg, as early as possible.
