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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
WestfalenBahn + DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Cheapest | |||||
 | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Braunschweig (Hbf) | Hbf | No tags | |||||
WestfalenBahn + DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
WestfalenBahn + DB Regio NRW + National Express | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
WestfalenBahn + National Express | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
| Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Braunschweig to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Braunschweig and Cologne?
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - 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
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Braunschweig 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.
How much does a train ticket cost from Braunschweig to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Braunschweig to Cologne start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £70. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Braunschweig to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Braunschweig to Cologne is 4h 16m, covering a distance of 178 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 22m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Braunschweig to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 32 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Braunschweig to Cologne?
The earliest train from Braunschweig to Cologne departs at 06:05. And the latest train departs at 23:20.
Which is the best train operator from Braunschweig to Cologne?
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 Braunschweig to Cologne?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Braunschweig to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Braunschweig 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.
The cheapest trip from Braunschweig to Cologne was searched and found on 1 Aug 2026 with a price of £40To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Braunschweig to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £40 to £197 for a train ticket from Braunschweig to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £66, which is on 2026-08-02.
