Bus Tickets from Berlin to Cologne

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Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on November 20
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: Yesterday at 9:03 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.

    17carpool per day
    5h 40mAverage Duration
    479 kmDistance
    20kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$31 - $222Average Duration9h 40m
    12kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$20 - $430Average Duration5h 3m
    11kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average Price$32 - $99Average Duration5h 40m
    20kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Cologne by bus

    1. What is the distance between Berlin and Cologne?

      Berlin and Cologne are 480 km (298 miles) apart.

    2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Berlin to Cologne?

      Buses departing from Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB) in Berlin will take you to Cologne/Bonn Airport in Cologne.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    11-17
    $108
    11-18
    $50
    Today
    $50
    11-20
    $43
    11-21
    $53
    11-22
    $36
    11-23
    $52
    11-24
    $35
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $35

    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 $35 to $150 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 $35 which is on 2025-11-24.

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