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

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Cologne start from €13. The average price for this train route is around €51. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Berlin to Cologne?

The average train journey time from Berlin to Cologne is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 478 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 9m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Berlin to Cologne route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 33 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Cologne?

The earliest train from Berlin to Cologne departs at 06:14. And the latest train departs at 23:52.

Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Cologne?

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 7 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Cologne?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Berlin to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Cologne?

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.

Train Berlin to Cologne from €12 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 23 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	7h 12m	19:50	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Cheapest
	13:04	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	17:15	Hbf	Fastest
	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	5h 11m	17:49	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:48	Spandau	7h 2m	19:50	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
	12:17	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 57m	18:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 24 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	5h 10m	13:49	Hbf	Cheapest
	07:04	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15	Hbf	Fastest
	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	5h 11m	17:49	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	7h 12m	19:50	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 59m	12:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 25 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:40	Hauptbahnhof	5h 9m	13:49	Hbf	Cheapest
	07:04	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15	Hbf	Fastest
	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	5h 11m	17:49	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	7h 12m	19:50	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 59m	12:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 26 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	5h 10m	13:49	Hbf	Cheapest
	07:04	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15	Hbf	Fastest
	08:28	Berlin Südkreuz	5h 21m	13:49	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 54m	13:49	Hbf	No tags
	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 59m	12:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 27 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	5h 11m	17:49	Hbf	Cheapest
	07:04	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15	Hbf	Fastest
	12:22	Berlin Südkreuz	5h 27m	17:49	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:10	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	13h 39m	17:49	Hbf	No tags
	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 59m	12:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 28 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:55	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 14m	12:09	Hbf	Cheapest
	07:04	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15	Hbf	Fastest
	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	5h 11m	17:49	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 54m	17:49	Hbf	No tags
	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 59m	12:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 29 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:40	Hauptbahnhof	5h 9m	13:49	Hbf	Cheapest
	07:04	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15	Hbf	Fastest
	16:32	Hauptbahnhof	5h 26m	21:58	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 54m	13:49	Hbf	No tags
	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 59m	12:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 30 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:52	Berlin Hbf	6h 23m	06:15	Hbf	Cheapest
	07:04	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15	Hbf	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	5h 10m	13:49	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	7h 12m	19:50	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 59m	12:14	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 €21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17carpool per day

5h 40mAverage duration

479 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price€19 - €146	Average duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€13 - €261	Average duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price€21 - €66	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

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

Berlin

A
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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B
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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C
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 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
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

FlixTrain

3/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

WiFi1.8

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi3.2

FlixBus

3.5/512,136 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Cologne 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 Berlin to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Cologne start from €13. The average price for this train route is around €51. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Berlin to Cologne is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 478 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 9m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 33 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Cologne?
The earliest train from Berlin to Cologne departs at 06:14. And the latest train departs at 23:52.
Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Cologne?
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 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Cologne?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Berlin to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Cologne?
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

21/01

€84

22/01

€85

Today

€52

24/01

€35

25/01

€43

26/01

€25

27/01

€20

28/01

€38

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €20

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 €20 to €264 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 €20, which is on 2026-01-27.

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.