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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Berlin Central Station to Cologne

Composite routes from Berlin Central Station to Cologne

Cheapest
4 h 43 min
Car
568 km.
from $31
Fastest
1 h 14 min
Plane

Transport providers

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: 7
NS
Website
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
National Express
Website
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Website
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
Flixtrain
Website
NS
Website
1h 47m
Every 4 hours
$33.08–$82.70
+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
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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 Central Station to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Berlin Central Station to Cologne is to rideshare which costs $25 - $38.04 and takes 6h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berlin Central Station to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Berlin Central Station to Cologne is to fly which takes 3h 19m and costs $54.35 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct train between Berlin Central Station and Cologne?

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 Central Station to Cologne?

The distance between Berlin Central Station and Cologne is 549 km. The road distance is 569.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Berlin Central Station to Cologne 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 Central Station to Cologne?

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

Where do I catch the Berlin Central Station to Cologne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Berlin Central Station to Cologne?

The best way to get from Berlin Central Station to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $43.48 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $54.35 - $260.87 and takes 3h 19m. There are no good options to bus between Berlin Central Station to Cologne.

Where does the Berlin Central Station to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Berlin Central Station to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin Central Station to Cologne is 570 km. It takes approximately 5h 9m to drive from Berlin Central Station to Cologne.

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

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

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $45.33 per night.

Can I share a ride from Berlin Central Station to Cologne?

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