The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf
- Cheapest price on Oct 30
- €50
- Average ticket price on Oct 30
- €159
- Fastest journey on Oct 30
- 5 h 1 m
- Average journey duration on Oct 30
- 5 h 1 m
- Trains on Oct 30
- 39
- Distance
- 446 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf will cost around €159 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
It's difficult to get from Bern Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf without transferring at least once.
IR 2353 · IR 2304 · ICE 376 · IC 10494:38 AM 6h27 Bern Hauptbahnhof 11:05 AM Cologne Hbf €50 1 One-way 3 transfers
ICE 372 · IC 16459:04 AM 6h01 Bern Hauptbahnhof 3:05 PM Cologne Hbf €70 1 One-way 1 transfer
IC 10374 · ICE 374 · IC 19477:04 AM 6h01 Bern Hauptbahnhof 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf €70 1 One-way 2 transfers
IC 964 · ICE 10810:04 AM 5h08 Bern Hauptbahnhof 3:12 PM Cologne Hbf €79 1 One-way 1 transfer
IC 10960 · ICE 2008:04 AM 5h08 Bern Hauptbahnhof 1:12 PM Cologne Hbf €79 1 One-way 1 transfer
IC 10960 · ICE 2008:04 AM 5h01 Bern Hauptbahnhof 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf €90 1 One-way 1 transfer
IC 10960+
ICE 2008:04 AM 5h01 Bern Hauptbahnhof 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf €224 1 One-way 1 transfer
ICE 372 · ICE 6109:04 AM 5h01 Bern Hauptbahnhof 2:05 PM Cologne Hbf €224 1 One-way 1 transfer
ICE 372 · ICE 6109:04 AM 5h01 Bern Hauptbahnhof 2:05 PM Cologne Hbf €90 1 One-way 1 transfer
IC 956 · ICE 2026:04 AM 5h01 Bern Hauptbahnhof 11:05 AM Cologne Hbf €80 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf
Trains from Bern Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €38 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 07:33. The fastest train covers the 277 miles (446 km) distance in 4h 33m.
Distance 277 miles (446 km) |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 7:33 AM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Frequently asked questions about your Bern Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf trip
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Live departures
Bern Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 646+ ICE 76 · ICE 1014 · ICE 1022 | 11:36 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h30 | 10:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 646+ ICE 76 · ICE 1014+ DB S19 | 11:36 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 9h03 | 8:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 646+ ICE 204+ RB27 | 11:36 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 9h46 | 9:22 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, October 30 | |||||
IR 2353 · IR 2304+ ICE 376 · ICE 614 | 4:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h27 | 10:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 2353 · IR 2304 · ICE 376 · IC 1049 | On time 4:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h27 | 11:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 2353 · IR 2304+ ICE 376+ IC 1049 | On time 4:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h27 | 11:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 956 · ICE 202 | 6:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h01 | 11:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 956+ ICE 202 | 6:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h01 | 11:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 10374 · ICE 374 · IC 1947 | On time 7:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h01 | 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 374+ ICE 612 | On time 7:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h01 | 12:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 10374 · ICE 374 · ICE 612 | On time 7:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h01 | 12:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 74 · ICE 1010+ DB S19 | 7:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h06 | 12:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 74 · ICE 1010 · S19 | 7:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h06 | 12:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 10960 · ICE 200 | 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h01 | 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 10960+ ICE 200 | 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h01 | 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 10960+ ICE 200 | 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h08 | 1:12 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 10960 · ICE 200 | 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h08 | 1:12 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 10960+ ICE 200+ RB27 | 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h18 | 1:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 10960 · ICE 200 · IC 1645 | On time 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h01 | 3:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 372+ IC 1645 | On time 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h01 | 3:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 372 · IC 1645 | On time 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h01 | 3:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 372 · ICE 610 | On time 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h01 | 2:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 372 · ICE 610 | On time 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h01 | 2:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 372 · ICE 610 | On time 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h01 | 2:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 372+ IC 1645 | On time 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h01 | 3:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 372 · IC 1645 | On time 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h01 | 3:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 372 · ICE 610 | On time 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h01 | 2:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 372 · 4521 · ICE 228 | On time 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h02 | 4:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 612 · ICE 6 · ICE 918 · ICE 228 | On time 9:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h33 | 4:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 612 · ICE 6 · ICE 918 · S19 | 9:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h06 | 2:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 612+ ICE 6 · ICE 918+ DB S19 | 9:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h06 | 2:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 612+ ICE 6 · ICE 918 · ICE 228 | On time 9:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h33 | 4:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 964 · ICE 108 | 10:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h08 | 3:12 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 964+ ICE 108 | 10:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h08 | 3:12 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 964+ ICE 108+ RB27 | 10:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h18 | 3:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 2012 | On time 10:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h02 | 5:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 10966+ ICE 370 · ICE 2012 | On time 11:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h02 | 5:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 10966+ ICE 370 · ICE 518 | On time 11:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h01 | 4:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 10966 · ICE 370 · ICE 2012 | On time 11:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h02 | 5:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 10966 · ICE 370 · ICE 518 | On time 11:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h01 | 4:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 616 · ICE 72 · ICE 710 · ICE 28 | On time 11:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h33 | 6:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 10106 · ICE 106 · IC 1941 | On time 12:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h01 | 7:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bern Hauptbahnhof and Cologne Hbf
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FAQs: Trains from Bern Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bern Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf
Most Bern Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Bern Hauptbahnhof and Cologne Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bern Hauptbahnhof from Bern city centre
Bern Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Bern Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Lötschberg, Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa, Hotel Savoy Bern, Best Western Plus Hotel Bern.
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.
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