How much is the bus ticket from Berlin to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Cologne start at R 357. The average price for this route is around R 669. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Berlin to Cologne?

The average bus journey time from Berlin to Cologne is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 467 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Berlin to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Berlin to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Cologne at 01:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

A bus trip from Berlin to Cologne produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Berlin to Cologne from R 302 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 27 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:20	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:21	Spandau	7h 29m	23:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	03:40	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h 25m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:21	Spandau	7h 29m	19:50	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
	22:40	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h 40m	08:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 28 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:20	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:32	Spandau	7h 18m	19:50	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
	03:40	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h 25m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:10	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 46m	12:56	Hbf	No tags
	22:40	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h 40m	09:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 29 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	04:40	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h 25m	14:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:21	Spandau	7h 29m	23:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	12:20	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h	21:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	03:10	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	11h 46m	14:56	Hbf	No tags
	22:40	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h 40m	08:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 30 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:20	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:21	Spandau	7h 29m	19:50	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
	03:40	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h 25m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 46m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	22:40	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h 40m	08:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 31 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:20	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:21	Spandau	7h 29m	19:50	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
	03:40	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h 25m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:06	Hauptbahnhof	7h 44m	19:50	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
	22:40	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h 40m	08:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 1 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:20	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:20	Spandau	7h 30m	23:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	03:40	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h 25m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 46m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	22:40	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h 40m	08:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 2 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	03:40	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h 25m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:21	Spandau	7h 29m	23:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	11:20	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:21	Spandau	7h 29m	19:50	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
	22:40	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	9h 40m	08:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Berlin to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 357, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

9h 40mAverage duration

467 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 357 - R 1 935	Average duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 253 - R 5 132	Average duration5h 8m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Berlin and Cologne?

Stops in Berlin

A
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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B
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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C
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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D
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
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E
Zoo
Hardenbergplatz 9, 10623 Berlin, Germany
F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 363 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 12363 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 357

DE bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Cologne by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Berlin to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Cologne start at R 357. The average price for this route is around R 669. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Berlin to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Berlin to Cologne is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 467 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Berlin to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Berlin to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Cologne at 01:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Berlin to Cologne?
A bus trip from Berlin to Cologne produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

24/03

R 1 629

25/03

R 668

Today

R 687

27/03

R 686

28/03

R 624

29/03

R 686

30/03

R 686

31/03

R 571

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on 31 Mar 2026 with a price of R 571

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

You can expect to pay from R 571 to R 1 629 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 571, which is on 2026-03-31.

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

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time9h 40m	Avg priceR 669	Daily departures26
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 8m	Avg priceR 1 226	Daily departures48
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time5h 50m	Avg priceR 756	Daily departures14