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570 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Berlin to Cologne Hbf

Composite routes from Berlin to Cologne Hbf

Cheapest
4 h 46 min
Car
570 km.
from $31
Fastest
1 h 14 min
Plane

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 2
FlixBus
Website
Grandes Tour
Website
FlixBus
Website
8h 30m
3 times a day
$57.25–$82.70
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Grandes Tour
Website
12h 12m
3 times a week
+38 (044) 444 00 44
+38 (044) 444 00 44
Call
Airlines
Found: 3
Lufthansa
Website
Eurowings
Website
Condor Flugdienst
Website
Lufthansa
Website
3h 2m
Every day
$178.12–$521.63
Eurowings
Website
1h 10m
Every day
$62.34–$305.34
Condor Flugdienst
Website
1h 10m
Every day
$40.71–$190.84
Train operators
Found: 9
NS
Website
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Nightjet
Website
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)
Website
National Express
Website
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Website
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
Flixtrain
Website
NS
Website
52 min
Every 4 hours
$24.17–$59.80
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
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Eurostar
Website
38 min
6 times a week
$31.81–$69.97
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
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Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
4h 45m
Hourly
$101.78–$120.86
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
Nightjet
Website
12h 3m
4 times a week
$63.61–$203.56
+43 51717
+43 51717
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Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)
Website
12h 3m
3 times a week
$61.07–$89.06
+32 70 79 79 79
+32 70 79 79 79
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National Express
Website
40 min
Every 30 minutes
$12.72–$19.08
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
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Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Website
11h 53m
3 times a week
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
48 min
Once daily
+49 9126 301 90 70
+49 9126 301 90 70
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Flixtrain
Website
6h 22m
4 times a day
$50.89–$76.34
+49 30 300 137 100
+49 30 300 137 100
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
6h 4m
Every 2 hours
$29.26–$44.53
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin to Cologne Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Cologne Hbf is to rideshare which costs $25 - $38.04 and takes 6h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berlin to Cologne Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Berlin to Cologne Hbf is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs $54.35 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Cologne Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Berlin to Cologne Hbf. However, there are services departing from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin and Cologne Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Berlin to Cologne Hbf?

The distance between Berlin and Cologne Hbf is 549 km. The road distance is 572.8 km.

How do I travel from Berlin to Cologne Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Berlin to Cologne Hbf without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $43.48 - $103.26 .

How long does it take to get from Berlin to Cologne Hbf?

The train from S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf takes 4h 45m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Cologne Hbf bus from?

Berlin to Cologne Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Cologne Hbf train from?

Berlin to Cologne Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof station.

Train, bus or fly from Berlin to Cologne Hbf?

The best way to get from Berlin to Cologne Hbf is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $43.48 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 9h 40m, you could also fly, which costs $54.35 - $250 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Berlin to Cologne Hbf bus arrive?

Berlin to Cologne Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Berlin to Cologne Hbf train arrive?

Berlin to Cologne Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Berlin to Cologne Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Cologne Hbf is 573 km. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Berlin to Cologne Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Berlin to Cologne Hbf?

Book your Berlin to Cologne Hbf train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cologne Hbf?

There are 1538+ hotels available in Cologne Hbf. Prices start at $45.33 per night.

Can I share a ride from Berlin to Cologne Hbf?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Berlin and Cologne Hbf. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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