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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Bremen
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €17
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €67
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 2 h 59 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 2 h 59 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 22
- Distance
- 270 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Bremen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Bremen will cost around €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 22 trains from Cologne to Bremen, including 22 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct trains cover the 270 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.
ICE 10284:00 AM 3h19 Cologne Hbf 7:19 AM Bremen Hbf €17 1 One-way 0 transfers- ICE 208
5:11 AM 3h03 Cologne Hbf 8:14 AM Bremen Hbf €17 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 108
3:18 PM 3h03 Cologne Hbf 6:21 PM Bremen Hbf €43 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 200
1:18 PM 3h03 Cologne Hbf 4:21 PM Bremen Hbf €43 1 One-way 0 transfers 
FlixTrain5:01 PM 3h07 Cologne Hbf 8:08 PM Bremen Hbf €50 1 One-way 0 transfers
- ICE 108
3:15 PM 2h59 Cologne Messe/Deutz 6:14 PM Bremen Hbf €85 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 204
9:15 AM 2h59 Cologne Messe/Deutz 12:14 PM Bremen Hbf €85 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 200
1:15 PM 2h59 Cologne Messe/Deutz 4:14 PM Bremen Hbf €77 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 106
5:15 PM 2h59 Cologne Messe/Deutz 8:14 PM Bremen Hbf €67 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 202
11:15 AM 2h59 Cologne Messe/Deutz 2:14 PM Bremen Hbf €77 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Bremen
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Trains from Cologne to Bremen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 270 km distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 270 km |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Cologne to Bremen train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Bremen trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1028 | On time 4:00 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h19 | 7:19 AM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 208 | On time 5:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h03 | 8:14 AM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 618 | On time 6:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h03 | 9:14 AM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 206 | On time 7:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h03 | 10:14 AM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 616 | On time 8:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h03 | 11:14 AM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1036 | On time 8:45 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h05 | 11:50 AM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 204 | On time 9:15 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h59 | 12:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 614 | On time 10:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h03 | 1:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 11:01 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h07 | 2:08 PM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 202 | On time 11:15 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h59 | 2:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 612 | On time 12:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h03 | 3:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1032 | On time 12:45 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h05 | 3:50 PM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 200 | On time 1:15 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h59 | 4:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 200 | On time 1:16 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h07 | 4:23 PM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 200 | 1:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h03 | 4:21 PM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 610 | On time 2:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h03 | 5:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 108 | On time 3:15 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h59 | 6:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 108 | 3:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h03 | 6:21 PM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 518 | On time 4:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h03 | 7:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 5:01 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h07 | 8:08 PM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 106 | On time 5:15 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h59 | 8:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 516 | On time 6:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h03 | 9:14 PM Bremen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Deutsche Bahn
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.
FlixTrain
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cologne and Bremen
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FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Bremen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Bremen 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 Bremen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Bremen
Most Cologne to Bremen trains use the Köln Hbf to Bremen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Bremen-Walle. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Bremen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Bremen leave from?
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.
Which Bremen station do trains from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Bremen Hbf from Bremen city centre
Bremen Hbf is 1 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen Hbf train station facilities and services
Bremen 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: Du & ich, Mexcal, Savarin, Aldo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen Hbf. ATMs are available at Bremen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bremen Hbf. Information desks are available at Bremen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bremen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bremen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bremen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include City-Hotel, Buthmann, Hotel Bremer Haus, Courtyard by Marriott.
Getting to Bremen-Walle from Bremen city centre
Bremen-Walle is 3 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen-Walle train station facilities and services
Bremen-Walle 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: Almaz, Muru's Curry, Aris da Franco, Palast Grill 7
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen-Walle. ATMs are available at Bremen-Walle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bremen-Walle. Information desks are available at Bremen-Walle.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bremen-Walle. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bremen-Walle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bremen-Walle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen-Walle.
Getting to Bremen Neustadt from Bremen city centre
Bremen Neustadt is 1 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen Neustadt train station facilities and services
Bremen Neustadt 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: Burgerme, Pachamama, Novazena, Cafe & Bar Celona
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen Neustadt. ATMs are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bremen Neustadt. Information desks are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bremen Neustadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bremen Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bremen Neustadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadt Bremen, Ibis Styles Bremen Altstadt, Westfalia, Hotel ÜberFluss.
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