Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2, | Cheapest | |||||
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| Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
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| Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2, | No tags | |||||
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| Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2, | No tags | |||||
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| Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2) | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2, | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Berlin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Cologne and Berlin
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Berlin
- A
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany - B
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany - C
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany - D
Zoo
Hardenbergplatz 9, 10623 Berlin, Germany - E
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany - F
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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Based on 15718 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 CHF 20
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Berlin 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 Cologne to Berlin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Berlin start at CHF 20. The average price for this route is around CHF 38. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
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 467 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Berlin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day.
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 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Berlin?
A bus trip from Cologne to Berlin produces an estimated 11.664449999999999 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.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on 21 Sept 2026 with a price of CHF 26To 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 CHF 26 to CHF 85 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 CHF 26, which is on 2026-09-21.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Berlin?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
