Bus from Berlin to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on December 22
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
Flixbus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße Fastest
Flixbus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
    		Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,
    		HbfNo tags
    Flixbus
    		Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
    		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:08 PM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to go from Berlin to Cologne

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    15carpool per day
    5h 40mAverage Duration
    479 kmDistance
    20kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$30 - $166Average Duration9h 40m
    12kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$21 - $453Average Duration5h 5m
    11kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average Price$32 - $95Average Duration5h 40m
    20kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Cologne by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Berlin to Cologne?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Cologne start from $30. The average price for this route is around $58. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Berlin to Cologne?

      The average bus travel time from Berlin to Cologne is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 474 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Berlin to Cologne route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Berlin to Cologne?

      The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Cologne at 2:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Berlin to Cologne?

      A bus trip from Berlin to Cologne generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended 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
    12-19
    $85
    12-20
    $89
    Today
    $84
    12-22
    $73
    12-23
    $70
    12-24
    $68
    12-25
    $68
    12-26
    $63
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $63

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

    You can expect to pay from $63 to $164 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $63 which is on 2025-12-26.

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

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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