Next train departures

Next departures for Bielefeld to Cologne on October 5
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 Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:33pm	Bielefeld Hbf	1h 41m	9:14pm	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	11:23am	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	12:22pm	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 1m	2:23pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	12:42pm	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 17m	2:59pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:22pm	Bielefeld Hbf	1h 50m	2:12pm	Hbf	No tags
	Train	3:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	5:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	12:22pm	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 1m	2:23pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Bielefeld to Cologne on October 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:33am	Bielefeld Hbf	1h 42m	9:15am	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:33pm	Bielefeld Hbf	1h 41m	9:14pm	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	11:23am	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 17m	8:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	8:45am	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	12:22pm	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 1m	2:23pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	7:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 32m	9:55pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 17m	8:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Bielefeld to Cologne on October 7
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 Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:33pm	Bielefeld Hbf	1h 41m	9:14pm	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	11:23am	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 17m	8:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	8:45am	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	12:22pm	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 1m	2:23pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 17m	8:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	8:45am	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Bielefeld to Cologne on October 8
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 Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:33pm	Bielefeld Hbf	1h 41m	9:14pm	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	3:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	5:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 17m	8:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	8:45am	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	12:22pm	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 1m	2:23pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	7:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 32m	9:55pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 17m	8:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Bielefeld to Cologne on October 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 28m	9:51pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:33pm	Bielefeld Hbf	1h 41m	9:14pm	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	11:23am	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 17m	8:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 3m	8:45am	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	12:22pm	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 1m	2:23pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	3:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 18m	5:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 17m	8:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Bielefeld to Cologne on October 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 28m	9:51pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:33pm	Bielefeld Hbf	1h 41m	9:14pm	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	11:23am	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 26m	1:49pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 44m	9:26am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 50m	9:32am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	1:33pm	Bielefeld Hbf	1h 53m	3:26pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	3:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 27m	5:50pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 44m	9:26am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Bielefeld to Cologne on October 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:23am	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 26m	1:49pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:33pm	Bielefeld Hbf	1h 41m	9:14pm	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	3:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 27m	5:50pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 44m	9:26am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 50m	9:32am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	1:33pm	Bielefeld Hbf	1h 53m	3:26pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	7:23pm	Eisenbahnstraße	2h 28m	9:51pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	6:42am	Bielefeld Hbf	2h 44m	9:26am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Bielefeld to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27train per day

2h 3mAverage Duration

101 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $22	Average Duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $143	Average Duration2h 3m	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

4.0/512 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi2.9

FlixTrain

3.1/542 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi1.9

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi2.5

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

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 $10. The average price for this train route is around $36. 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 3m, covering a distance of 101 miles (162 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 41m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Bielefeld to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 27 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bielefeld to Cologne?
The earliest train departs from Bielefeld to Cologne at 6:42am. And the latest train departs at 8:22pm.
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 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bielefeld to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
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 3.1 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

10/03

$12

10/04

$16

Today

$12

10/06

$12

10/07

$12

10/08

$9

10/09

$15

10/10

$9

The cheapest trip from Bielefeld to Cologne was searched and found on Oct 8, 2026 with a price of $9

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 $9 to $148 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 $9 which is on 2026-10-08.

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.