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Train Köln → Bamberg

Schedule & travel time

3h 42m 302 km 11 trains/day
ICE IC RE

Route overview

3h 42m

Fastest time

4h 26m

Avg. duration

302

Kilometers

11

Trains per day

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By train from Köln to Bamberg

An important rail connection: The train connection from Köln to Bamberg is one of the notable rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 3h 42m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 302 kilometers and is served by about 11 trains every day. The schedule supports reliable trip planning.

Route overview

Infrastructure: Regionalverkehr

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Available train types

This route is served by ICE, IC, RE.

The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.

The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from Köln to Bamberg saves you about 33 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from Köln to Bamberg?

The fastest connection from Köln to Bamberg takes 3h 42m. The average travel time is 4h 26m.

How many trains run daily from Köln to Bamberg?

About 11 trains run daily on the Köln - Bamberg route. Train types include ICE, IC, RE.

What is the route from Köln to Bamberg?

The direct connection covers 302 km.

More interesting connections

Köln → Düsseldorf
0h 21m33 km
Köln → Bonn
0h 19m25 km
Erfurt → Bamberg
44m125 km
Erlangen → Bamberg
20m35 km
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Return journey

Bamberg Köln

More connections

Köln → Düsseldorf0h 21mKöln → Bonn0h 19mKöln → Amsterdam2h 38mKöln → Aachen0h 33mErfurt → Bamberg44mErlangen → Bamberg20mNürnberg → Bamberg35m
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Schedule data last updated: 17/06/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

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Last update: April 2026

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