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Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 18 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain		23:10	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	14h 45m	13:55	Hbf	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 19 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		07:24	Hauptbahnhof	6h 31m	13:55	Hbf	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:48	Berlin Hbf Train Station	5h 26m	12:14	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		09:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 36m	17:56	Hbf	No tags
		11:19	Hauptbahnhof	6h 37m	17:56	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + National Express		06:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 11m	12:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:28	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 46m	12:14	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW		06:28	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 55m	12:23	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + National Express + DB Regio NRW		18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	7h 49m	02:07	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 20 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		07:24	Hauptbahnhof	6h 31m	13:55	Hbf	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:48	Berlin Hbf Train Station	5h 26m	12:14	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Fastest
		15:19	Hauptbahnhof	6h 38m	21:57	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain		02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	11h	13:55	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + National Express		06:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 11m	12:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:28	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 46m	12:14	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW		06:28	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 55m	12:23	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW + National Express		18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	7h 49m	02:07	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 21 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		07:24	Hauptbahnhof	6h 31m	13:55	Hbf	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:48	Berlin Hbf Train Station	5h 26m	12:14	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Fastest
		15:19	Hauptbahnhof	6h 38m	21:57	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain		02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	11h	13:55	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + National Express		06:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 11m	12:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:28	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 46m	12:14	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW		06:28	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 55m	12:23	Hbf	No tags
		07:32	Berlin Südkreuz	6h 23m	13:55	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 22 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		11:19	Hauptbahnhof	6h 31m	17:50	Hbf	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:48	Berlin Hbf Train Station	5h 26m	12:14	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		09:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 30m	17:50	Hbf	No tags
		07:24	Hauptbahnhof	6h 31m	13:55	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + National Express		06:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 11m	12:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:28	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 46m	12:14	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW		06:28	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 55m	12:23	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain		10:00	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 58m	18:58	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 23 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		07:24	Hauptbahnhof	6h 31m	13:55	Hbf	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:48	Berlin Hbf Train Station	5h 26m	12:14	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		04:00	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 59m	12:59	Hbf	No tags
		11:19	Hauptbahnhof	6h 37m	17:56	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + National Express		06:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 11m	12:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:28	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 46m	12:14	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW		06:28	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 55m	12:23	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain		09:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 36m	17:56	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 24 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		15:19	Hauptbahnhof	6h 38m	21:57	Hbf	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn + HLB		06:43	Berlin Hbf Train Station	5h 31m	12:14	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		04:00	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 59m	12:59	Hbf	No tags
		07:24	Hauptbahnhof	6h 31m	13:55	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + National Express		06:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 11m	12:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:23	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 49m	13:12	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + HLB + DB Regio NRW		06:23	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h	12:23	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW		18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 31m	00:49	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 25 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		07:24	Hauptbahnhof	6h 31m	13:55	Hbf	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn + HLB		18:43	Berlin Hbf Train Station	5h 29m	00:12	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		09:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 36m	17:56	Hbf	No tags
		11:19	Hauptbahnhof	6h 37m	17:56	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + HLB		06:07	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 7m	12:14	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + HLB + DB Regio NRW		06:07	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 16m	12:23	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	07:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 59m	13:15	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW		18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 31m	00:49	Cologne Messe/Deutz	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 59 minutes and with fares starting at just R 161, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

90train per day

5h 59mAverage duration

477 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 445 - R 2 347	Average duration9h 45m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 161 - R 5 138	Average duration5h 59m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

Berlin

A
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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B
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 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
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/514 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi3.1

FlixTrain

3.1/542 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.5

WiFi1.9

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi2.5

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

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Cologne start from R 161. The average price for this train route is around R 1 123. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 59m, covering a distance of 477 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 90 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 05:54. And the latest train departs at 23:51.
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 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which train operator offers 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 3.4 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

17/10

R 1 480

18/10

R 2 259

Today

R 740

20/10

R 584

21/10

R 507

22/10

R 565

23/10

R 954

24/10

R 643

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on 21 Oct 2026 with a price of R 507

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 R 507 to R 4 965 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 R 507, which is on 2026-10-21.

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.