The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Cologne
Cheapest price
£286
Average price
£286
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Cologne will cost around £286 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £286.
To travel from Bristol to Cologne you need to make at least 4 changes.










Live departures
Bristol to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Cologne trains for today, Tuesday 10 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:53 Bristol | 7h22 | 12:15 Koeln Hbf | 4 changes | |
![]() | 07:00 Bristol | 7h15 | 14:15 Koeln Hbf | 4 changes | |
![]() | 08:31 Bristol | 7h44 | 16:15 Köln Hbf | 4 changes | |
![]() | 10:30 Bristol | 7h45 | 18:15 Köln Hbf | 4 changes | |
![]() | 13:00 Bristol | 7h15 | 20:15 Koeln Hbf | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Cologne
Trains from Bristol to Cologne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £285 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 1129 km distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 1129 km |
Average train duration 8h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £285 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 15m |
First train 04:53 |
Last train 22:41 |
Train companies: first_great_western from Bristol to Cologne trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Cologne from £285. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

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