Bus from Berlin to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on May 18
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Spandau
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Fastest
Flixbus
ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,
HbfNo tags
Flixbus
ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:59 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go 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 CZK 311, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

65train per day
5h 10mAverage Duration
476 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceCZK 430 - CZK 2,969Average Duration9h 45m
12kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceCZK 311 - CZK 6,624Average Duration5h 10m
11kg 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 CZK 430. The average price for this route is around CZK 774. 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 45m, covering a distance of 467 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 28 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 1:35am. 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 11.655674999999999 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
05-15
CZK 1,303
05-16
CZK 1,444
Today
CZK 1,073
05-18
CZK 792
05-19
CZK 601
05-20
CZK 626
05-21
CZK 626
05-22
CZK 767
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on May 19, 2026 with a price of CZK 601

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 CZK 601 to CZK 2,248 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 CZK 601 which is on 2026-05-19.

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

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