The average train between Cologne and Bretten takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Bretten. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Cologne and Bretten. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Bretten at 6:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Bretten? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Bretten. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Bretten station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Cologne to Bretten train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Bretten train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Cologne to Bretten train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Cologne and Bretten is 245.5 km. The road distance is 323 km.
You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Bretten Stadtmitte via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof in around 3h.