Bus from Cologne to Berlin: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 26 March
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*Cheapest
Flixbus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
WannseeFastest
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,No tags
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:28 PM CET.

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 11 minutes and with fares starting at just R 247, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

49train per day
5h 11mAverage duration
475 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 368 - R 2 427Average duration9h 35m
12kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 247 - R 5 086Average duration5h 11m
11kg CO₂e

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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Berlin?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Berlin start at R 368. The average price for this route is around R 641. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Berlin route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day.

  3. 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.

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

    A bus trip from Cologne to Berlin 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
23/03
R 762
24/03
R 680
Today
R 587
26/03
R 537
27/03
R 659
28/03
R 762
29/03
R 659
30/03
R 597
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on 26 Mar 2026 with a price of R 537

To 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 R 537 to R 1 455 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 R 537, which is on 2026-03-26.

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

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