Bus from Cologne to Berlin: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on February 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*Cheapest
Flixbus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*Fastest
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,No tags
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:35 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Berlin

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day
5h 50mAverage Duration
479 kmDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$28 - $155Average Duration9h 40m
12kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$21 - $403Average Duration5h 6m
11kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$32 - $112Average Duration5h 50m
20kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Berlin 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 Cologne to Berlin?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Berlin start from $28. The average price for this route is around $51. 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 Cologne to Berlin?

    The average bus travel time from Cologne to Berlin 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 Cologne to Berlin route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Berlin at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

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

    A bus trip from Cologne to Berlin 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
02-13
$90
02-14
$50
Today
$51
02-16
$51
02-17
$42
02-18
$38
02-19
$38
02-20
$38
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on Feb 18, 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 Cologne to Berlin, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $38 to $124 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2026-02-18.

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