Bus from Berlin to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on February 10
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)*
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:17 AM 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 $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day
5h 40mAverage Duration
479 kmDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$30 - $172Average Duration9h 45m
12kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$21 - $424Average Duration5h 6m
11kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$33 - $102Average 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 $52. 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 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 24 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 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
02-07
$129
02-08
$79
Today
$53
02-10
$51
02-11
$45
02-12
$39
02-13
$47
02-14
$38
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on Feb 14, 2026 with a price of $38

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 $38 to $130 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 $38 which is on 2026-02-14.

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

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