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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
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| Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | No tags | |||||
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| Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Berlin Südkreuz | No tags | |||||
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| Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
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| Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Berlin Südkreuz | 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 55 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 35, 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 Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany - B
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - C
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany - D
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany - E
Zoo
Hardenbergplatz 9, 10623 Berlin, Germany - F
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 PEN 81. The average price for this route is around PEN 153. 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 trip duration from Cologne to Berlin is 9h 35m, covering a distance of 290 miles (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 23 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 11.667924999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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 Oct 7, 2026 with a price of PEN 107To 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 PEN 107 to PEN 361 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 PEN 107 which is on 2026-10-07.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Berlin?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
