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Travelling from Bologna to Cologne (Germany) by train
Looking to travel from Bologna to Cologne (Germany) by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 12 hours 9 minutes to travel from Bologna to Cologne (Germany) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 9 hours 39 minutes though. You'll usually find 23 trains per day running along the 490 miles (788 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Cologne (Germany), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Bologna to Cologne (Germany) start from $71.69 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Cologne (Germany) by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
Bologna to Cologne (Germany) by train
It takes an average of 12h 9m to travel from Bologna to Cologne (Germany) by train, over a distance of around 490 miles (788 km). There are normally 23 trains per day travelling from Bologna to Cologne (Germany) and tickets for this journey start from $71.69 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:38 | |
| Departure station | Bologna | |
| Arrival station | Cologne (Germany) | |
| Journey time | From 9h 39m | |
| Distance | 490 miles (788 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From $71.69 | |
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Cheap train tickets from Bologna to Cologne (Germany)
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Bologna to Cologne (Germany) by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.