Bus from Cologne to Berlin: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on December 8
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 1:54 PM 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 $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    15carpool per day
    5h 50mAverage Duration
    479 kmDistance
    20kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$30 - $178Average Duration9h 40m
    12kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$20 - $378Average Duration5h 3m
    11kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average Price$31 - $105Average 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 $30. The average price for this route is around $55. 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 467 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 24 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
    12-05
    $85
    12-06
    $106
    Today
    $61
    12-08
    $47
    12-09
    $39
    12-10
    $38
    12-11
    $39
    12-12
    $49
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 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 $144 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 2025-12-10.

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

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