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Train Köln → Braunschweig

Schedule & travel time

4h 20m 287 km 12 trains/day
ICE IC RE

Route overview

4h 20m

Fastest time

5h 12m

Avg. duration

287

Kilometers

12

Trains per day

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By train from Köln to Braunschweig

An important rail connection: The train connection from Köln to Braunschweig is one of the important rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 4h 20m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 287 kilometers and is served by about 12 trains every day. Despite the lower frequency, you will still find suitable connections for your trip.

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 Braunschweig saves you about 32 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 Braunschweig?

The fastest connection from Köln to Braunschweig takes 4h 20m. The average travel time is 5h 12m.

How many trains run daily from Köln to Braunschweig?

About 12 trains run daily on the Köln - Braunschweig route. Train types include ICE, IC, RE.

What is the route from Köln to Braunschweig?

The direct connection covers 287 km.

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Return journey

Braunschweig Köln

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Köln → Düsseldorf0h 21mKöln → Bonn0h 19mKöln → Amsterdam2h 38mKöln → Aachen0h 33mHannover → Braunschweig0h 31mMagdeburg → Braunschweig45mBerlin → Braunschweig1h 24m
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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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