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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
National Express + DB Fernverkehr + WestfalenBahn | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Hbf | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Braunschweig (Hbf) | No tags | |||||
National Express + DB Fernverkehr | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | No tags | |||||
| Cologne Messe/Deutz | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Braunschweig
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Braunschweig. The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just ₪103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Braunschweig?
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Braunschweig by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Braunschweig?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Braunschweig start at ₪103. The average price for this train route is around ₪335. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Braunschweig?
The average train trip from Cologne to Braunschweig takes 4h 15m and covers 287 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 36m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Braunschweig route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 20 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Braunschweig?
The earliest train from Cologne to Braunschweig departs at 6:08am. The latest train departs at 7:27pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Braunschweig?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Braunschweig?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Braunschweig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Braunschweig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Braunschweig was searched and found on May 24, 2026 with a price of ₪141To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Braunschweig, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ₪141 to ₪836 for a train ticket from Cologne to Braunschweig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ₪141 which is on 2026-05-24.
