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Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 12 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		16:14	Hbf	6h 26m	22:40	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	13:50	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 27m	19:17	Berlin Hbf Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		08:14	Hbf	8h 6m	16:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
		08:14	Hbf	6h 40m	14:54	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin		06:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 2m	12:36	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:51	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 53m	12:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
National Express + eurobahn + Deutsche Bahn + Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + S-Bahn Berlin		08:31	Hbf	7h 45m	16:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
		12:14	Hbf	6h 27m	18:41	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 13 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		16:14	Hbf	6h 26m	22:40	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	13:50	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 27m	19:17	Berlin Hbf Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		08:14	Hbf	8h 6m	16:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
		08:14	Hbf	6h 40m	14:54	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin		06:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 2m	12:36	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:51	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 53m	12:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + S-Bahn Berlin		12:24	Cologne Messe/Deutz	7h 52m	20:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus		08:14	Hbf	8h 41m	16:55	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 14 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		16:14	Hbf	6h 26m	22:40	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	13:50	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 27m	19:17	Berlin Hbf Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		08:14	Hbf	8h 6m	16:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
		08:14	Hbf	6h 40m	14:54	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin		06:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 2m	12:36	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:51	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 53m	12:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + S-Bahn Berlin		12:24	Cologne Messe/Deutz	7h 52m	20:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Nordost		19:24	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 20m	01:44	Berlin Hbf Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 15 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus		08:14	Hbf	8h 6m	16:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	13:50	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 27m	19:17	Berlin Hbf Train Station	Fastest
		08:14	Hbf	6h 40m	14:54	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus		08:14	Hbf	8h 41m	16:55	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin		06:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 2m	12:36	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:51	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 53m	12:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
National Express + eurobahn + Deutsche Bahn + Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + S-Bahn Berlin		12:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	7h 42m	20:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
		12:14	Hbf	6h 27m	18:41	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 16 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	20:45	Hbf	5h 48m	02:33	Berlin Hbf Train Station	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:48	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 29m	13:17	Berlin Hbf Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		08:14	Hbf	8h 6m	16:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
		08:14	Hbf	6h 40m	14:54	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin		06:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 2m	12:36	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:51	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 53m	12:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin		19:28	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 24m	01:52	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
		12:14	Hbf	6h 27m	18:41	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 17 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		16:14	Hbf	6h 26m	22:40	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	12:49	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 18m	18:07	Berlin Hbf Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		08:14	Hbf	8h 6m	16:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
		08:14	Hbf	6h 40m	14:54	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin		06:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 2m	12:36	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:51	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 53m	12:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
National Express + eurobahn + Deutsche Bahn + Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + S-Bahn Berlin		12:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	7h 42m	20:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
		12:14	Hbf	6h 27m	18:41	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 18 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain		09:50	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	8h 29m	18:19	Berlin-Wannsee	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:48	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 29m	13:17	Berlin Hbf Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		08:14	Hbf	8h 6m	16:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
		08:14	Hbf	6h 40m	14:54	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin		06:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 2m	12:36	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:51	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 53m	12:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn		19:28	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 58m	01:26	Berlin Hbf Train Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus		17:01	Hbf	8h 9m	01:10	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags

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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 55 minutes and with fares starting at just ₹945, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

93train per day

5h 55mAverage duration

295 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price₹2,226 - ₹13,701	Average duration9h 35m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price₹945 - ₹30,684	Average duration5h 55m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

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

Berlin

A
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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B
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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C
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 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
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/514 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi3.1

FlixTrain

3.1/542 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.5

Wi‑Fi1.9

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi2.5

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail, Swiss Federal Railways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Berlin by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Berlin?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Berlin start from ₹945. The average price for this train route is around ₹6,135. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Berlin?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Berlin is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 295 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Berlin route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 93 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Berlin?
The earliest train from Cologne to Berlin departs at 06:13. And the latest train departs at 23:59.
Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Berlin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Berlin?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cologne to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Berlin?
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

10/10

₹6,768

11/10

₹13,085

Today

₹4,168

13/10

₹2,256

14/10

₹2,255

15/10

₹3,497

16/10

₹2,710

17/10

₹2,252

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on 17 Oct 2026 with a price of ₹2,252

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

You can expect to pay from ₹2,252 to ₹30,119 for a train ticket from Cologne to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ₹2,252, which is on 2026-10-17.

Usually Deutsche Bahn 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.