How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Cologne start from ARS 19 994. The average price for this train route is around ARS 94 425. 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 10m, covering a distance of 475 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Berlin to Cologne route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 40 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Cologne?

The earliest train from Berlin to Cologne departs at 06:21. And the latest train departs at 23:55.

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 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Cologne?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

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 3.0 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.

Train Berlin to Cologne from ARS 15 097 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 19 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:08	Hauptbahnhof	5h 33m	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
	19:32	Berlin Hbf	5h 1m	00:33	Hbf	Fastest
	12:06	Hauptbahnhof	5h 37m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:06	Hauptbahnhof	7h 39m	19:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	08:00	Berlin Hbf	5h 14m	13:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 20 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 48m	17:43	Hbf	Cheapest
	12:43	Berlin Hbf	4h 52m	17:35	Hbf	Fastest
	08:07	Hauptbahnhof	5h 34m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:21	Spandau	7h 29m	19:50	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
	06:21	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 18m	11:39	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 21 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:06	Hauptbahnhof	7h 44m	19:50	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Cheapest
	12:43	Berlin Hbf	4h 52m	17:35	Hbf	Fastest
	12:06	Hauptbahnhof	5h 37m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:21	Spandau	7h 29m	19:50	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
	06:21	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 18m	11:39	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 22 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:06	Hauptbahnhof	7h 44m	19:50	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Cheapest
	12:43	Berlin Hbf	4h 52m	17:35	Hbf	Fastest
	12:06	Hauptbahnhof	5h 37m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:21	Spandau	7h 29m	19:50	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
	06:21	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 18m	11:39	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 23 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	12h 1m	18:56	Hbf	Cheapest
	12:43	Berlin Hbf	4h 52m	17:35	Hbf	Fastest
	08:08	Hauptbahnhof	5h 33m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 46m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	06:21	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 18m	11:39	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 24 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:00	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 40m	21:40	Hbf	Cheapest
	12:43	Berlin Hbf	4h 52m	17:35	Hbf	Fastest
	08:07	Hauptbahnhof	5h 34m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:21	Spandau	7h 29m	23:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	06:21	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 18m	11:39	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 25 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:26	Spandau	7h 24m	19:50	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Cheapest
	12:43	Berlin Hbf	4h 52m	17:35	Hbf	Fastest
	08:07	Hauptbahnhof	5h 34m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:10	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 46m	12:56	Hbf	No tags
	06:21	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 18m	11:39	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 26 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	21:27	Berlin Hbf	8h 30m	05:57	Hbf	Cheapest
	12:43	Berlin Hbf	4h 52m	17:35	Hbf	Fastest
	08:08	Hauptbahnhof	5h 33m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:06	Hauptbahnhof	7h 39m	19:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	06:21	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 18m	11:39	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 10 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 19 994, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40train per day

5h 10mAverage duration

475 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceARS 27 093 - ARS 224 472	Average duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceARS 19 994 - ARS 420 279	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

Berlin

A
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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B
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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C
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 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
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 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 ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi3.4

FlixTrain

3.1/525 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.5

WiFi2.5

Deutsche Bahn

4.1/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi3.1

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn, ÖBB

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 ARS 19 994. The average price for this train route is around ARS 94 425. 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 10m, covering a distance of 475 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 40 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Cologne?
The earliest train from Berlin to Cologne departs at 06:21. And the latest train departs at 23:55.
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 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
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 3.0 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

17/04

ARS 111 822

18/04

ARS 111 710

Today

ARS 91 408

20/04

ARS 76 157

21/04

ARS 72 776

22/04

ARS 72 776

23/04

ARS 79 538

24/04

ARS 111 710

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on 21 Apr 2026 with a price of ARS 72 776

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 ARS 72 776 to ARS 424 951 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 ARS 72 776, which is on 2026-04-21.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE 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.