Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on August 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 25m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	6:20pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	8h 50m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Fastest
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 50m	2:55am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:01pm	Hbf	10h 34m	1:35am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	9:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 15m	6:45am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:07pm	Hbf	9h 48m	1:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	11h 5m	3:10am	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags
	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 45m	3:30am	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on August 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 25m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	9:25am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	7h 35m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Fastest
	8:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 10m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 50m	2:55am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:07pm	Hbf	11h 8m	11:15pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	9:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 15m	6:45am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:14pm	Hbf	9h 41m	1:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on August 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 10m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	9:25am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	7h 35m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Fastest
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 50m	2:55am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 25m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:07pm	Hbf	11h 8m	11:15pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	9:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 15m	6:45am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:07pm	Hbf	9h 48m	1:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on August 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 10m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	9:25am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	7h 35m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Fastest
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 50m	2:55am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 25m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:07pm	Hbf	9h 48m	1:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	9:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 15m	6:45am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
	8:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 45m	5:35pm	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on August 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 25m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	9:25am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	7h 35m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Fastest
	8:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 10m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 50m	2:55am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:07pm	Hbf	9h 48m	1:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	9:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 15m	6:45am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
	8:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 45m	5:35pm	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on August 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 25m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	9:25am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	7h 35m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Fastest
	8:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 10m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 50m	2:55am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:07pm	Hbf	11h 8m	11:15pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	9:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 15m	6:45am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:14pm	Hbf	9h 41m	1:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on August 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 15m	6:05pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	Cheapest
	9:25am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	7h 35m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Fastest
	8:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 10m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 50m	2:55am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:07pm	Hbf	11h 8m	11:15pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 25m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:01pm	Hbf	10h 34m	1:35am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on August 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 15m	6:05pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	Cheapest
	9:25am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	7h 35m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Fastest
	8:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 10m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 50m	2:55am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:07pm	Hbf	11h 8m	11:15pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 25m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:01pm	Hbf	10h 34m	1:35am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Berlin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 26 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

122train per day

5h 26mAverage Duration

295 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCHF 18 - CHF 163	Average Duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCHF 8 - CHF 270	Average Duration5h 26m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Cologne and Berlin

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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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
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B
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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C
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
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F
Zoo
Hardenbergplatz 9, 10623 Berlin, Germany

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FlixBus

3.5/515,028 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

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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 CHF 18. The average price for this route is around CHF 36. 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 40m, covering a distance of 289 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 32 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 11.653025 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.

Best price found

08/06

CHF 49

08/07

CHF 67

Today

CHF 38

08/09

CHF 38

08/10

CHF 40

08/11

CHF 38

08/12

CHF 36

08/13

CHF 34

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on Aug 13, 2026 with a price of CHF 34

To 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 CHF 34 to CHF 109 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 CHF 34 which is on 2026-08-13.

What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Berlin?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time9h 40m	Avg PriceCHF 36	Daily Departures32
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 26m	Avg PriceCHF 57	Daily Departures122
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time6h	Avg PriceCHF 42	Daily Departures18