Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Fastest | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2, | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2, | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2, | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Berlin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just PLN 37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Cologne and Berlin
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
Stops in Berlin
- A
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - B
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany - C
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany - D
Zoo
Hardenbergplatz 9, 10623 Berlin, Germany - E
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany - F
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
Compare bus companies
Based on 15231 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 PLN 86
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Berlin 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 Cologne to Berlin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Berlin start from PLN 86. The average price for this route is around PLN 168. 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 Cologne to Berlin?
The average bus travel time from Cologne to Berlin is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 467 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Berlin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Berlin?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Berlin at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Berlin?
A bus trip from Cologne to Berlin generates an estimated 11.65725 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 Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on Aug 24, 2026 with a price of PLN 141To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Berlin, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PLN 141 to PLN 359 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 141 which is on 2026-08-24.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Berlin?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
