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Taking the train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen in 6 hours 32 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 8 hours 41 minutes to travel the 318 miles (512 km) from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 32 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 20 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Train tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to Bautzen? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen by train

First train

03:34

Last train

23:26

Departure station

Cologne Bonn Airport

Arrival station

Bautzen

Journey time

From 6h 32m

Distance

318 miles (512 km)

Frequency

20 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train and bus operators

Flixbus

FAQs about the train journey from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen

Want to know more about your journey from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen?

You can get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen by train in 8 hours and 41 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 6 hours and 32 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen take?

The average journey time by train between Cologne Bonn Airport and Bautzen is 8 hours and 41 minutes, with around 20 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Cologne Bonn Airport and Bautzen by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen is 6 hours and 32 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen?

No, there are no direct train services from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen. Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen train times

Check out the next trains departing from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen for Tuesday 6th May 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
05:4814:559h 7m, 2 changes
05:5613:557h 59m, 3 changes
07:1114:557h 44m, 3 changes
09:4416:166h 32m, 3 changes
09:4417:197h 35m, 2 changes
09:4818:168h 28m, 2 changes
09:5617:197h 23m, 3 changes
10:3618:167h 40m, 4 changes
11:4820:168h 28m, 2 changes
11:5619:197h 23m, 3 changes

Cheap train tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen

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 Cologne Bonn Airport to Bautzen 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.

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