Bus from Cologne to Berlin: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 4 December
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 SüdkreuzNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:50 CET.

    Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    15carpool per day
    5h 50mAverage duration
    297 milesDistance
    20kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average price£17 - £97Average duration9h 40m
    12kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average price£11 - £207Average duration5h 3m
    11kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average price£17 - £57Average duration5h 50m
    20kg 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 £17. The average price for this route is around £30. 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 40m, covering a distance of 290 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 24 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 23:40.

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

      A bus journey from Cologne to Berlin produces an estimated 12 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
    01/12
    £29
    02/12
    £28
    Today
    £28
    04/12
    £27
    05/12
    £26
    06/12
    £21
    07/12
    £26
    08/12
    £19
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £19

    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 £19 to £64 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 £19, which is on 2025-12-08.

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

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