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Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 22 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:39	Hauptbahnhof	5h 15m	21:54	Hbf	Cheapest
	19:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	4h 46m	00:33	Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:39	Hauptbahnhof	7h 11m	23:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	16:28	Berlin Südkreuz	5h 26m	21:54	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	18:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 23m	23:49	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	19:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 17m	00:43	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	18:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 9m	23:35	Hbf	No tags
	16:50	Spandau	5h 4m	21:54	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 23 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:50	Spandau	7h	23:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	19:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	4h 46m	00:33	Hbf	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	5h 2m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:49	Spandau	6h 56m	19:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	06:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 8m	11:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	13:56	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 31m	19:27	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	5h 3m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	03:35	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 6m	13:41	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 24 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	4h 46m	00:33	Hbf	CheapestFastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	5h 2m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:50	Spandau	7h	23:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	06:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 8m	11:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	13:56	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 31m	19:27	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + HLB + DB Regio NRW	20:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	9h 54m	06:20	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	5h 3m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	01:40	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	11h 16m	12:56	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 25 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:39	Hauptbahnhof	5h 1m	21:40	Hbf	Cheapest
	19:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	4h 46m	00:33	Hbf	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	5h 2m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	01:40	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	11h 16m	12:56	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	06:10	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 24m	11:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Regio Nordost + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	06:30	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 59m	12:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	14:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	4h 48m	19:35	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Regio Nordost + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	19:12	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 31m	00:43	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 26 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	07:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	4h 47m	12:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Cheapest
	19:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	4h 46m	00:33	Hbf	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	5h 2m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:49	Spandau	6h 56m	19:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	06:07	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 27m	11:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Regio Nordost + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	12:30	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 59m	18:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	14:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	4h 48m	19:35	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	18:10	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 40m	23:50	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 27 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:05	Berlin Hbf Train Station	9h 39m	05:44	Hbf	Cheapest
	07:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	4h 25m	12:12	Hbf	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	5h 2m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:50	Spandau	7h	23:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	06:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 8m	11:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	07:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 46m	12:12	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	18:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 7m	00:33	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + National Express + DB Regio NRW	19:46	Berlin Ostbahnhof	8h 50m	04:36	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 28 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:50	Spandau	7h	23:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	07:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	4h 25m	12:12	Hbf	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	5h 2m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	03:35	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 6m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	06:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 8m	11:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	07:41	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 33m	13:14	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	15:41	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 45m	21:26	Hbf	No tags
	16:39	Hauptbahnhof	5h 1m	21:40	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 29 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:50	Spandau	7h	23:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	07:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	4h 25m	12:12	Hbf	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	5h 2m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	03:35	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 6m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	06:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 8m	11:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:46	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 28m	12:14	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	15:41	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 45m	21:26	Hbf	No tags
	16:39	Hauptbahnhof	5h 1m	21:40	Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Berlin to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

109train per day

5h 17mAverage duration

476 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average pricePEN 72 - PEN 542	Average duration10h 5m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average pricePEN 33 - PEN 1,121	Average duration5h 17m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Berlin and Cologne?

Berlin

A
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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B
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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C
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
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Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixTrain

3.3/533 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi2.0

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi3.4

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Cologne by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Berlin to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Cologne start from PEN 33. The average price for this train route is around PEN 233. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Berlin to Cologne is 5h 17m, covering a distance of 476 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 109 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Cologne?
The earliest train from Berlin to Cologne departs at 06:07. And the latest train departs at 23:53.
Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Cologne?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Berlin to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

20/07

PEN 246

21/07

PEN 123

Today

PEN 168

23/07

PEN 176

24/07

PEN 164

25/07

PEN 139

26/07

PEN 233

27/07

PEN 164

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on 21 Jul 2026 with a price of PEN 123

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berlin to Cologne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PEN 123 to PEN 920 for a train ticket from Berlin to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 139, which is on 2026-07-25.

Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.