Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Wannsee | Fastest | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2, | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Berlin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just DKK 95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Berlin?
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Berlin
- A
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany - B
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany - C
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany - D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - E
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany - F
Zoo
Hardenbergplatz 9, 10623 Berlin, Germany
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Based on 12838 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at DKK 138
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.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Berlin?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Berlin start from DKK 138. The average price for this route is around DKK 242. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
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.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Berlin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day.
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.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Berlin?
A bus journey from Cologne to Berlin produces an estimated 11.651975 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.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on 18 Jun 2026 with a price of DKK 193To 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 DKK 193 to DKK 879 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 DKK 193, which is on 2026-06-18.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Berlin?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
