Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf

Showing times and prices for 03 Aug

Cheapest price

£12

Average price

£38

Fastest journey

1 h 55 m

Average duration

1 h 56 m

Trains per day

36

Distance

146 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.

Fast trains

Of the 36 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Gütersloh Hbf every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 146 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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.

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2525
    5:032h03
    Cologne Hbf
    7:06Gütersloh Hbf
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2523
    17:032h07
    Cologne Hbf
    19:10Gütersloh Hbf
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 208 · IC 2525
    5:111h55
    Cologne Hbf
    7:06Gütersloh Hbf
    £131One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 541
    4:251h58
    Cologne Hbf
    6:23Gütersloh Hbf
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2545
    15:111h56
    Cologne Hbf
    17:07Gütersloh Hbf
    £211One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £10.

Distance: 146 km

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Average total duration

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Live departures

Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 541
On time
4:25 Cologne Hbf
1h58
6:23 Gütersloh Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2525
On time
5:03 Cologne Hbf
2h03
7:06 Gütersloh Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 208 · IC 2525
On time
5:11 Cologne Hbf
1h55
7:06 Gütersloh Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 843 · 89707
On time
5:26 Cologne Hbf
2h21
7:47 Gütersloh Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 545 · 89713
On time
8:25 Cologne Hbf
2h22
10:47 Gütersloh Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 2541
On time
9:11 Cologne Hbf
1h56
11:07 Gütersloh Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 847 · 89715
On time
9:25 Cologne Hbf
2h22
11:47 Gütersloh Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 857 · 89715
On time
9:25 Cologne Hbf
2h22
11:47 Gütersloh Hbf		1 change
Deutsche Bahn8971710:07 Cologne Hbf
2h40
12:47 Gütersloh Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn17412 · 8971710:21 Cologne Hbf
2h26
12:47 Gütersloh Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn10911 · ICE 1012 · 8971710:22 Cologne Hbf
2h25
12:47 Gütersloh Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 2569
On time
11:11 Cologne Hbf
1h56
13:07 Gütersloh Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn17414 · 8971911:21 Cologne Hbf
2h26
13:47 Gütersloh Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn8972112:07 Cologne Hbf
2h40
14:47 Gütersloh Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn17416 · 8972112:21 Cologne Hbf
2h26
14:47 Gütersloh Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 2577
On time
13:11 Cologne Hbf
1h56
15:07 Gütersloh Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn17418 · 8972313:21 Cologne Hbf
2h26
15:47 Gütersloh Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn8972514:07 Cologne Hbf
2h40
16:47 Gütersloh Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn17420 · 8972514:21 Cologne Hbf
2h26
16:47 Gütersloh Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 2545
On time
15:11 Cologne Hbf
1h56
17:07 Gütersloh Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn17422 · 8972715:21 Cologne Hbf
2h26
17:47 Gütersloh Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn8972916:07 Cologne Hbf
2h40
18:47 Gütersloh Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn17424 · 8972916:21 Cologne Hbf
2h26
18:47 Gütersloh Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 2523
On time
17:03 Cologne Hbf
2h07
19:10 Gütersloh Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn8973117:07 Cologne Hbf
2h40
19:47 Gütersloh Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn17426 · 8973117:21 Cologne Hbf
2h26
19:47 Gütersloh Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn8973318:07 Cologne Hbf
2h40
20:47 Gütersloh Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn17428 · 8973318:21 Cologne Hbf
2h26
20:47 Gütersloh Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 2041
On time
19:11 Cologne Hbf
1h56
21:07 Gütersloh Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn17430 · 8973519:21 Cologne Hbf
2h26
21:47 Gütersloh Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn26833 · 9008519:49 Cologne Hbf
2h32
22:21 Gütersloh Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn8973720:07 Cologne Hbf
2h40
22:47 Gütersloh Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn17432 · 8973720:21 Cologne Hbf
2h26
22:47 Gütersloh Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 2349
On time
21:09 Cologne Hbf
1h58
23:07 Gütersloh Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn17434 · 8973921:21 Cologne Hbf
2h27
23:48 Gütersloh Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn17436 · 9008722:22 Cologne Hbf
2h14
0:36 Gütersloh Hbf1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf

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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:14, the last at 17:07. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 2h 8m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance
146 km
Average train duration
2h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
12
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
2h 8m
First train
6:14
Last train
17:07
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Tue
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Gütersloh Hbf from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 18m
Cheapest Price
£24
Deutsche Bahn frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
£10
FlixTrain frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 31m
Cheapest Price
£55
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf 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 Gütersloh Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £21.
The train journey from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf covers a distance of 146 km and takes approximately 2h 8m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf is 146 km.
The first train from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf leaves at 6:14.
The last train from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf departs at 17:07.
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf run approximately 12 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Cologne Hbf and Gütersloh Hbf. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
To get from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Köln Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes. Travellers can enjoy views of the Rhine River as the train departs Köln, followed by stretches of countryside and small towns, providing a pleasant and varied visual experience.
A day trip from Köln Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 8m. There are 11 trains per day for this route, covering a distance of 146 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Hbf and Gütersloh Hbf

Most Cologne Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf trains use the Köln Hbf to Gütersloh Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne Hbf and Gütersloh Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Cologne
Arrival train stations in Gütersloh
Köln HbfTrankgasse 11, 50667 Cologne, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre

Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb26 · 16m · £6 · every ~3 min
BusIvano-Frankivsk · 20m
Subway16 · 46m · £4 · every ~9 min
18, 16 · 51m · £4 · every ~14 min

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.

More about Köln Hbf

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