Bus from Cologne to Berlin: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 18 June
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
ZOB Berlin Central Bus StationCheapest
Flixbus
Leverkusen (Mitte Station)
WannseeFastest
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
ZOB Berlin Central Bus StationNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,No tags
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
ZOB Berlin Central Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:01 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Berlin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

87train per day
5h 11mAverage duration
296 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceCHF 17 - CHF 120Average duration9h 45m
12kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceCHF 8 - CHF 241Average duration5h 11m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Berlin

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Berlin?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Berlin start from CHF 17. The average price for this route is around CHF 29. 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 journey from Cologne to Berlin?

    The average bus journey time from Cologne to Berlin is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 289 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 29 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Berlin?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Berlin at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

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

    A bus journey from Cologne to Berlin produces an estimated 11.650475 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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
15/06
CHF 31
16/06
CHF 33
Today
CHF 31
18/06
CHF 29
19/06
CHF 32
20/06
CHF 26
21/06
CHF 29
22/06
CHF 25
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on 22 Jun 2026 with a price of CHF 25

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 CHF 25 to CHF 84 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 CHF 25, which is on 2026-06-22.

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

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