Train from Bielefeld to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Bielefeld to Cologne on 7 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain
    		Eisenbahnstraße
    		HbfCheapestFastest
    Flixtrain
      		Eisenbahnstraße
      		HbfNo tags
      Flixtrain
        		Eisenbahnstraße
        		HbfNo tags

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        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 £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        9carpool per day
        2hAverage duration
        263 milesDistance
        18kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average price£12 - £18Average duration3h 25m
        4kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average price£7 - £62Average duration2h 20m
        4kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average price£7 - £17Average duration2h
        18kg CO₂e

        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.

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

          The cheapest train tickets from Bielefeld to Cologne start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

        2. 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 101 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

        3. 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, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

        4. 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.

        5. 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.

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

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

        7. 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 FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

        8. 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
        04/12
        £12
        05/12
        £14
        Today
        £14
        07/12
        £17
        08/12
        £11
        09/12
        £10
        10/12
        £10
        11/12
        £10
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bielefeld to Cologne was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £10

        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 £10 to £17 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 £10, which is on 2025-12-10.

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