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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bonn to Cologne
Cheapest price on Oct 07
€17
Average ticket price on Oct 07
€34
Fastest journey on Oct 07
22 m
Average journey duration on Oct 07
22 m
Trains on Oct 07
16
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bonn to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bonn to Cologne will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Wed, Oct 07, we found 16 trains from Bonn to Cologne, including 16 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 07 the direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
On Wed, Oct 07 the slowest trains will take 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 204712:44 PM0h22Bonn Hbf1:06 PMCologne Hbf€171One-way0 transfers- IC 24418:44 AM0h22Bonn Hbf9:06 AMCologne Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
- ICE 9261:44 PM0h22Bonn Hbf2:06 PMCologne Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
- IC 24436:44 AM0h22Bonn Hbf7:06 AMCologne Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
- 285109:04 AM0h24Bonn Hbf9:28 AMCologne Hbf€401One-way0 transfers
- IC 204712:44 PM0h22Bonn Hbf1:06 PMCologne Hbf€171One-way0 transfers
- IC 24418:44 AM0h22Bonn Hbf9:06 AMCologne Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
- ICE 9261:44 PM0h22Bonn Hbf2:06 PMCologne Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
- IC 24436:44 AM0h22Bonn Hbf7:06 AMCologne Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
- 285109:04 AM0h24Bonn Hbf9:28 AMCologne Hbf€401One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bonn to Cologne
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Trains from Bonn to Cologne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 20m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Bonn to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Bonn to Cologne trains for today, Tuesday, October 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20993 | 5:54 AM Bonn Hbf | 0h29 | 6:23 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 28504 | 6:04 AM Bonn Hbf | 0h24 | 6:28 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 25410 | 6:33 AM Bonn Hbf | 0h29 | 7:02 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17314 | 6:54 AM Bonn Hbf | 0h28 | 7:22 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 28506 | 7:04 AM Bonn Hbf | 0h24 | 7:28 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 25412 | 7:33 AM Bonn Hbf | 0h29 | 8:02 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 28508 | 8:04 AM Bonn Hbf | 0h24 | 8:28 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 25414 | 8:32 AM Bonn Hbf | 0h29 | 9:01 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2441 | On time 8:44 AM Bonn Hbf | 0h22 | 9:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17322 | 8:54 AM Bonn Hbf | 0h28 | 9:22 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 28510 | 9:04 AM Bonn Hbf | 0h24 | 9:28 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1022 | On time 9:44 AM Bonn Hbf | 0h22 | 10:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2049 | On time 10:44 AM Bonn Hbf | 0h22 | 11:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1020 | On time 11:44 AM Bonn Hbf | 0h21 | 12:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 28516 | 12:04 PM Bonn Hbf | 0h24 | 12:28 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 25422 | 12:33 PM Bonn Hbf | 0h29 | 1:02 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2047 | On time 12:44 PM Bonn Hbf | 0h22 | 1:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17338 | 12:54 PM Bonn Hbf | 0h28 | 1:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 28518 | 1:04 PM Bonn Hbf | 0h24 | 1:28 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Bonn to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bonn to Cologne by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bonn to Cologne
Most Bonn to Cologne trains use the Bonn Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz. Use this guide to compare Bonn and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bonn station do trains to Cologne leave from?
Getting to Bonn Hbf from Bonn city centre
Bonn Hbf train station facilities and services
Bonn Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Magd und Knecht, Cafébar Macchiato, Frittebud, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn Hbf. ATMs are available at Bonn Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bonn Hbf. Information desks are available at Bonn Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bonn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bonn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bonn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Motel One, Hotel Rheinland, Hotel Löhndorf, Villa Esplanade.
Getting to Bonn-Beuel from Bonn city centre
Bonn-Beuel is 2 km from Bonn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bonn-Beuel train station facilities and services
Bonn-Beuel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafe Wagner, Stadt-Café, Freundlicher Imbiss, Beueler Döner- & Pizza-Center
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn-Beuel. ATMs are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bonn-Beuel. Information desks are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bonn-Beuel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bonn-Beuel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bonn-Beuel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Garten Hotel, Portofino.
Getting to Bonn-Oberkassel Nord from Bonn city centre
Bonn-Oberkassel Nord is 5 km from Bonn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bonn-Oberkassel Nord train station facilities and services
Bonn-Oberkassel Nord has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn-Oberkassel Nord.
Which Cologne station do trains from Bonn arrive at?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
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