How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Berlin?

The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Berlin start from SEK 140. The average price for this train route is around SEK 639. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cologne to Berlin?

The average train ride duration from Cologne to Berlin is 5h 9m, covering a distance of 295 miles (476 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 9m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Cologne to Berlin route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 92 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Berlin?

The earliest train departs from Cologne to Berlin at 6:05am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.

What is the best train operator from Cologne to Berlin?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

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

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

Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Berlin?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain , with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Berlin?

According to Busbud traveler 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 Cologne to Berlin from SEK 178 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on June 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:28pm	Hbf	6h 18m	5:46am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	1:27pm	Hbf	4h 49m	6:16pm	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	8:14am	Hbf	5h 6m	1:20pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:11am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 17m	11:28am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on June 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:28pm	Hbf	6h 18m	5:46am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	1:27pm	Hbf	4h 49m	6:16pm	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	8:14am	Hbf	5h 6m	1:20pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:11am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 17m	11:28am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on June 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:28pm	Hbf	6h 18m	5:46am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	1:27pm	Hbf	4h 49m	6:16pm	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	8:14am	Hbf	5h 6m	1:20pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:11am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 17m	11:28am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on June 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	Cheapest
	1:27pm	Hbf	4h 49m	6:16pm	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	8:14am	Hbf	5h 6m	1:20pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:01am	Hbf	10h 44m	7:45pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:11am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 17m	11:28am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on June 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:12pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 34m	5:46am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	1:27pm	Hbf	4h 49m	6:16pm	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	8:14am	Hbf	5h 6m	1:20pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:11am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 17m	11:28am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on June 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:27pm	Hbf	6h 11m	5:38am	Berlin Hbf	Cheapest
	1:27pm	Hbf	4h 49m	6:16pm	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	8:14am	Hbf	5h 6m	1:20pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:11am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 17m	11:28am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on June 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:27pm	Hbf	6h 11m	5:38am	Berlin Hbf	Cheapest
	12:26pm	Hbf	4h 44m	5:10pm	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	8:14am	Hbf	5h 6m	1:20pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr + S-Bahn Berlin	6:08am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 23m	11:31am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	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 9 minutes and with fares starting at just SEK 140, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

92train per day

5h 9mAverage Duration

295 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceSEK 210 - SEK 1,556	Average Duration9h 45m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceSEK 140 - SEK 3,005	Average Duration5h 9m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

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

Berlin

A
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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B
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 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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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi3.4

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

FlixTrain

3.4/530 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.1

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Berlin by train

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 train ticket from Cologne to Berlin?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Berlin start from SEK 140. The average price for this train route is around SEK 639. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Berlin?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Berlin is 5h 9m, covering a distance of 295 miles (476 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 9m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Berlin route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 92 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Berlin?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Berlin at 6:05am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Berlin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Berlin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveler 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

06/05

SEK 301

06/06

SEK 551

Today

SEK 814

06/08

SEK 321

06/09

SEK 229

06/10

SEK 321

06/11

SEK 470

06/12

SEK 436

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on Jun 9, 2026 with a price of SEK 229

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Berlin, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from SEK 229 to SEK 2,875 for a train ticket from Cologne to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SEK 229 which is on 2026-06-09.

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.