The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Bremen
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
6
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Bremen will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 6 trains that leave Cologne for Bremen every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 270 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 17 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.
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ICE 616
ICE 206
ICE 1022 · ICE 614
ICE 616
ICE 1022 · ICE 614
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ICE 614
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Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Bremen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Bremen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £184.
Distance: 270 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£28 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £455 Average Price |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Bremen train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Bremen trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 616 | On time 07:11 Cologne Hbf | 3h04 | 10:15 Bremen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 07:28 Cologne Hbf | 3h42 | 11:10 Bremen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 206 | On time 08:09 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h07 | 11:16 Bremen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 614 | On time 09:05 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h10 | 12:15 Bremen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1022 · ICE 614 | On time 09:11 Cologne Hbf | 3h04 | 12:15 Bremen Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 17:51 Cologne Hbf | 3h17 | 21:08 Bremen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Bremen
Trains from Cologne to Bremen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 270 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 270 km |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 00:13 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, NordWestBahn from Cologne to Bremen trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, NordWestBahn trains will get you between Cologne and Bremen from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
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NordWestBahn
FAQs: Cologne to Bremen train
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
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Bremen
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato
- Burger King
- Café Franck
- Eichendorf
- Kölnotel
- Black Hotels
- Monday: 07:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Tuesday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Wednesday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Thursday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Friday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Zum Piccolo
- Kolpinghaus
- Pizzeria Marco Polo
- Grill Stube
- Pension Europa
- Hotel Geisler
- The niu Mill
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
- Bistro im Park
- Restaurant Fernandes
- Orient Palais Restaurants & Catering
- Subway
- Ganesha
- Magnus
- Borsalino
- Hotel Chelsea
- Hotel Mado
- Elite Hotel
- Blacksheep Hostel
- Couchsnacks
- Secco
- Bistro Lotus
- Ganesha
- Flandrischer Hof
- Lasthaus am Ring
- The Ascot Hotel
- Lindner Hotel City Plaza Cologne
- Weiler Kebap
- Başak Grill
- Le'zzet
- Seniorencafé Treffpunkt
- Haus Wester
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
- Da Dillon
- Bistro Mélange
- Imbiss Kreta Pizza
- Taverna Mythos
- Yilmaz
- Bistro im Park
- Restaurant Fernandes
- Orient Palais Restaurants & Catering
- Heinemann
- Mühlenhof
- Dalmatien
- Longericher Grillstation
- Stammhaus
- Hofcafé Gut Clarenhof
- GolfCity Bistro
- Pizza Paradies
- Sushi Bar GAN-MI
- Potato and More
- Im Rauchfang
- Garten Hotel Ponick
- Hotel Osteria Centovini
- Goethe
- Monday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:30 - 21:00
- Sunday: 07:30 - 21:00
- Du & ich
- Mexcal
- Savarin
- Aldo
- City-Hotel
- Buthmann
- Hotel Bremer Haus
- Courtyard by Marriott
- Burgerme
- Pachamama
- Novazena
- Cafe & Bar Celona
- Hotel Stadt Bremen
- Ibis Styles Bremen Altstadt
- Westfalia
- Hotel ÜberFluss
- Derada
- Mama Leone
- Asiana
- Orpheas
- Osmers Gaststätte
- Orient 2
- Ali Baba
- Wesereck Gaststätte zum Oberweser Segelverein OSV
- Derada
- Renoir
- Cafe
- Café Knoops Park
- Cafe Bürgerhaus Mahndorf
- Crossini
- Eichengrund
- La Locanda da Zionino
- Flagman
- Behrens-Hof
- Grauer Esel
- El Presidente
- Gül Imbiss
- McDonald's
- Hotel zur Fähre
- Hotel Havenhaus
- Almaz
- Muru's Curry
- Aris da Franco
- Palast Grill 7
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