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Trip Overview

The average train between Cologne and Brandenburg takes 5h 46m and the fastest train takes 5h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Brandenburg. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 46m
Duration
581 km
Distance
€95
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Cologne to Brandenburg train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Cologne and Brandenburg. The earliest departure is at 4:16 AM at night, and the last departure from Cologne is at 11:27 PM which arrives into Brandenburg at 5:04 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 5h 37m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 5h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 8m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 5h 44m • Direct
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    train train 5h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 8m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 5h 44m • Direct
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    train train 5h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 8m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 5h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 8m • Direct
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    train train 5h 35m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 5h 35m • Direct
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    train train 5h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 8m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 5h 35m • Direct
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    train train 5h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 8m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Brandenburg? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cologne to Brandenburg.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 581 km
  • Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Brandenburg, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €90–180 and the journey takes 5h 35m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route twice daily.

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