How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Cologne start at $21. The average price for this train route is around $96. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Berlin to Cologne?

The average train trip from Berlin to Cologne takes 5h 6m and covers 473 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 11m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Berlin to Cologne route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 52 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Cologne?

The earliest train from Berlin to Cologne departs at 6:01am. The latest train departs at 11:53pm.

What is the best train operator from Berlin to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Cologne?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Berlin to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Berlin to Cologne from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:10am	Hauptbahnhof	5h 35m	1:45pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	6:57pm	Berlin Hbf	4h 19m	11:16pm	Hbf	Fastest
	12:27pm	Hauptbahnhof	5h 19m	5:46pm	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:40pm	Spandau	7h 10m	7:50pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	6:44am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 45m	11:29am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:28pm	Hauptbahnhof	5h 26m	7:54pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	6:57pm	Berlin Hbf	4h 19m	11:16pm	Hbf	Fastest
	8:10am	Hauptbahnhof	5h 35m	1:45pm	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	2:28pm	Hauptbahnhof	7h 2m	9:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	6:44am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 45m	11:29am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:40am	Hauptbahnhof	5h 1m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	7:04am	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15am	Hbf	Fastest
	12:38pm	Hauptbahnhof	5h 5m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 46m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:32am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 7m	11:39am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	9:27pm	Berlin Hbf	8h 41m	6:08am	Hbf	Cheapest
	7:04am	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15am	Hbf	Fastest
	8:39am	Hauptbahnhof	5h 2m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 46m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:32am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 7m	11:39am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on December 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	9:27pm	Berlin Hbf	8h 41m	6:08am	Hbf	Cheapest
	7:04am	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15am	Hbf	Fastest
	12:38pm	Hauptbahnhof	5h 5m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:48pm	Spandau	7h 2m	7:50pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
	6:32am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 7m	11:39am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on December 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	9:27pm	Berlin Hbf	8h 41m	6:08am	Hbf	Cheapest
	7:04am	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15am	Hbf	Fastest
	12:38pm	Hauptbahnhof	5h 5m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:48pm	Spandau	7h 2m	7:50pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
	6:32am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 7m	11:39am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on December 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	9:27pm	Berlin Hbf	8h 41m	6:08am	Hbf	Cheapest
	7:04am	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15am	Hbf	Fastest
	8:40am	Hauptbahnhof	5h 1m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 46m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:32am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 7m	11:39am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

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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.

15carpool per day

5h 40mAverage Duration

479 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $171	Average Duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $413	Average Duration5h 6m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$32 - $94	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Berlin and Cologne?

Berlin

A
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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B
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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C
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511,577 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Cologne by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Cologne start at $21. The average price for this train route is around $96. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Berlin to Cologne?
The average train trip from Berlin to Cologne takes 5h 6m and covers 473 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 11m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 52 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Cologne?
The earliest train from Berlin to Cologne departs at 6:01am. The latest train departs at 11:53pm.
What is the best train operator from Berlin to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Berlin to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-09

$115

12-10

$162

Today

$194

12-12

$69

12-13

$47

12-14

$77

12-15

$51

12-16

$42

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $42

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berlin to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $42 to $370 for a train ticket from Berlin to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.