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Cologne, Germany → Berlin, Germany

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Three ways to Travel from Cologne to Berlin

Composite routes from Cologne to Berlin

Cheapest
5 h
Car
572 km.
from $31
Fastest
1 h 14 min
Plane
Other
5 h
Rideshare
572 km.
from $7.46

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Leverkusen to Berlin,
Ave. Duration:
8h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$57.25–$82.70

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.73–$1,399.49

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$152.67–$547.07
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$521.63
Plane from Frankfurt to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.50–$419.85

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.34–$305.34
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$69.97–$254.45

Condor Flugdienst

Website:
condor.com
Plane from Frankfurt to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.80–$216.28

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.17–$59.80

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$69.97

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to S+U
Ave. Duration:
5h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.78–$120.86
Train from Köln Hbf to S
Ave. Duration:
5h 4m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$108.14–$127.23
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$33.08
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$47.07–$53.43

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Köln Hbf to S+U
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Once daily

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to S+U
Ave. Duration:
5h 19m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$50.89–$76.34

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Cologne to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
6h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.99–$44.53

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Berlin is to rideshare which costs $23.91 - $38.04 and takes 6h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Berlin is to fly which takes 3h 17m and costs $54.35 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Berlin?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Berlin. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof via Leverkusen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Berlin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Cologne to Berlin?

The distance between Cologne and Berlin is 549 km. The road distance is 572.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Berlin without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs $43.48 - $103.26 .

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

The train from Köln Hbf to S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof takes 5h 4m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Berlin bus from?

Cologne to Berlin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Berlin train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cologne to Berlin?

The best way to get from Cologne to Berlin is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs $43.48 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 10h 8m, you could also fly, which costs $54.35 - $250 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Cologne to Berlin bus arrive?

Cologne to Berlin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

What is the time difference between Cologne and Berlin?

It is currently 20:12 at both, Cologne and Berlin.

Where does the Cologne to Berlin train arrive?

Cologne to Berlin train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Berlin?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Berlin is 572 km. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Cologne to Berlin.

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

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

Where can I stay near Berlin?

There are 2306+ hotels available in Berlin. Prices start at $45.60 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Berlin?

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