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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bucharest to Cologne
Cheapest price
$228
Average price
$228
Fastest journey
1 d 13 h 14 m
Average duration
1 d 13 h 14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1275 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bucharest to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bucharest to Cologne will cost around $228 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $228.
It's difficult to get from Bucharest to Cologne without transferring at least 2 times.
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5:29 AM37h14Bucharest6:43 PMKoeln Messe/deutz Gl.11-12$2281One-way2 transfers
- 5:29 AM37h14Bucharest6:43 PMKoeln Messe/deutz Gl.11-12$2281One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bucharest to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $46, and a train costs an average of $228.
Distance: 792 miles (1275 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$228 Average price | $93 Average price Cheapest | $149 Average price | $358 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
38h 1m Average total duration 37h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 35h 28m Average total duration 34h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bucharest to Cologne:
A flight is $56 (€45) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bucharest to Cologne costing on average $149 (€120).
A flight is $135 (€109) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bucharest to Cologne costing on average $228 (€184).
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Bus takes on average 34h 58m.
Train takes on average 37h 31m.
Tickets start at around $228 (€184) compared to roughly $358 (€289) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $131 (€105). The journey takes 37h 31m versus 16h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bucharest to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Bucharest to Cologne trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:29 AM Bucharest | 38h38 | 8:07 PM Koeln Messe/deutz Gl.11-12 | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bucharest to Cologne
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Trains from Bucharest to Cologne run on average 1 times per day, taking around 37h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $228 (€184) but you can travel from only $46 (€37) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 05:29. The fastest train covers the 792 miles (1275 km) distance in 37h 14m.
Distance 792 miles (1275 km) |
Average train duration 37h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $228 (€184) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 37h 14m |
First train 5:29 AM |
Last train 5:29 AM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Romanian Railways (CFR) from Bucharest to Cologne trainsRomanian Railways (CFR) trains will get you between Bucharest and Cologne from $46 (€37). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Romanian Railways (CFR)
FAQs: Trains from Bucharest to Cologne
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