Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Cheapest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Spandau | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Fastest | |||||
| ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hauptbahnhof | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
| ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Berlin Südkreuz | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
| ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2, | Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Berlin to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Berlin and Cologne
Stops in Berlin
- A
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - B
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany - C
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany - D
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany - E
Zoo
Hardenbergplatz 9, 10623 Berlin, Germany - F
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Based on 15420 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $33
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Cologne by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Berlin to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Cologne start from $33. The average price for this route is around $63. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Berlin to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Berlin to Cologne is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 467 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Berlin to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Berlin to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Cologne at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Berlin to Cologne?
A bus trip from Berlin to Cologne generates an estimated 11.651125 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on Sep 3, 2026 with a price of $45To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Berlin to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $45 to $184 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2026-09-03.
What's the cheapest way to go from Berlin to Cologne?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
