The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Brest
Cheapest price
$267
Average price
$427
Fastest journey
9 h 2 m
Average duration
10 h 1 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
869 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Brest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Brest will cost around $427 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $267.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Brest without transferring at least once.
9486+
86576:44 PM11h08Cologne Hbf5:52 AMBrest station$2671One-way1 transfer
9450+
863912:39 PM9h02Cologne Hbf9:41 PMBrest station$4801One-way1 transfer
9438+
862910:39 AM10h01Cologne Hbf8:40 PMBrest station$4801One-way1 transfer
9426+
86238:39 AM9h52Cologne Hbf6:31 PMBrest station$4801One-way1 transfer
9450+
863912:39 PM9h02Cologne Hbf9:41 PMBrest station$4801One-way1 transfer
9426+
86238:39 AM9h52Cologne Hbf6:31 PMBrest station$4801One-way1 transfer
9438+
862910:39 AM10h01Cologne Hbf8:40 PMBrest station$4801One-way1 transfer
9486+
86576:44 PM11h08Cologne Hbf5:52 AMBrest station$2671One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cologne to Brest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Brest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, and a train costs an average of $170.
Distance: 539 miles (869 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$236 Average price | $119 Average price Cheapest |
10h 30m Average total duration Fastest 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 6m Average total duration 16h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cologne to Brest train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Brest trains for tomorrow, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9426+ 8623 | 6:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h52 | 4:31 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
9438+ 8629 | 8:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 10h01 | 6:40 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
9450+ 8639 | 10:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h02 | 7:41 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Brest
Trains from Cologne to Brest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $170 (€139) but you can travel from only $61 (€50) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:31, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 539 miles (869 km) distance in 8h 52m.
Distance 539 miles (869 km) |
Average train duration 10h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $170 (€139) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 52m |
First train 6:31 AM |
Last train 8:50 PM |
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Brest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Brest by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Brest
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Lyon.
- Le Ruffé
- La Maison de l'Océan
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel de la Gare
- Oceania Brest Centre
- Hôtel Le Continental
- Located in the main hall
- 290 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Paris and regional destinations
- Tramway: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
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