How much does a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Cologne cost?

The average train ticket price from Berlin to Cologne is £49. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Berlin to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Berlin to Cologne?

A train trip between Berlin and Cologne is around 5h 3m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 298 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Berlin and Cologne?

The number of trains from Berlin to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 76. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Berlin to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Berlin to Cologne?

When taking the train from Berlin to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Berlin to Cologne?

Trains travelling between Berlin and Cologne leave from Berlin Ostbahnhof or Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Hbf, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Köln-Blumenberg.

Train Berlin to Cologne from £8 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 19 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	20:54	Berlin Hbf	9h 19m	06:13	Hbf	Cheapest
	06:57	Berlin Hbf	4h 15m	11:12	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	12:27	Hauptbahnhof	5h 14m	17:41	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 46m	17:41	Hbf	No tags
	06:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 28m	11:12	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 20 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:10	Hauptbahnhof	5h 29m	13:39	Hbf	Cheapest
	06:57	Berlin Hbf	4h 15m	11:12	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	08:40	Spandau	4h 59m	13:39	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 44m	13:39	Hbf	No tags
	06:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 28m	11:12	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 21 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:10	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	13h 43m	12:53	Hbf	Cheapest
	06:57	Berlin Hbf	4h 15m	11:12	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	08:10	Hauptbahnhof	5h 29m	13:39	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:40	Spandau	7h 10m	19:50	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
	06:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 28m	11:12	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 22 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:28	Hauptbahnhof	5h 13m	19:41	Hbf	Cheapest
	18:57	Berlin Hbf	4h 15m	23:12	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	14:28	Hauptbahnhof	7h 2m	21:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	08:10	Hauptbahnhof	5h 29m	13:39	Hbf	No tags
	06:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 31m	11:15	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 23 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:10	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 42m	14:52	Hbf	Cheapest
	18:57	Berlin Hbf	4h 15m	23:12	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	08:10	Hauptbahnhof	5h 29m	13:39	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:40	Spandau	7h 10m	19:50	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
	06:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 31m	11:15	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 24 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:54	Berlin Hbf	9h 9m	06:03	Hbf	Cheapest
	18:57	Berlin Hbf	4h 19m	23:16	Hbf	Fastest
	08:10	Hauptbahnhof	5h 35m	13:45	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 50m	13:45	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	06:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 45m	11:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 25 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:27	Hauptbahnhof	5h 46m	18:13	Hbf	Cheapest
	18:57	Berlin Hbf	4h 19m	23:16	Hbf	Fastest
	12:40	Spandau	5h 33m	18:13	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	06:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 45m	11:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	07:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 30m	13:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

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

17carpool per day

5h 40mAverage duration

297 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£17 - £121	Average duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£11 - £234	Average duration5h 3m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£17 - £54	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,367 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

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

Stops in Berlin

A - Berlin Ostbahnhof

B - Hauptbahnhof

C - Spandau

D - Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)

E - Berlin Südkreuz

F - Alt-Tegel

Stops in Cologne

A - Hbf

B - Cologne/Bonn Airport

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Cologne by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Cologne cost?
The average train ticket price from Berlin to Cologne is £49. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Berlin to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Berlin to Cologne?
A train trip between Berlin and Cologne is around 5h 3m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 298 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Berlin and Cologne?
The number of trains from Berlin to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 76. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Berlin to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Berlin to Cologne?
When taking the train from Berlin to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Berlin to Cologne?
Trains travelling between Berlin and Cologne leave from Berlin Ostbahnhof or Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Hbf, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Köln-Blumenberg.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

17/11

£27

18/11

£84

Today

£25

20/11

£30

21/11

£51

22/11

£23

23/11

£53

24/11

£17

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £17

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 £17 to £212 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 £17, which is on 2025-11-24.

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.