How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Cologne start from R 248. The average price for this train route is around R 1 176. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 6m, covering a distance of 473 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 11m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Berlin to Cologne route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 52 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , 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 06:01. And the latest train departs at 23:53.

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 ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator offers 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 R 185 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 12 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:10	Hauptbahnhof	5h 35m	13:45	Hbf	Cheapest
	18:57	Berlin Hbf	4h 19m	23:16	Hbf	Fastest
	12:27	Hauptbahnhof	5h 19m	17:46	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:40	Spandau	7h 10m	19:50	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	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 13 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:28	Hauptbahnhof	5h 26m	19:54	Hbf	Cheapest
	18:57	Berlin Hbf	4h 19m	23:16	Hbf	Fastest
	08:10	Hauptbahnhof	5h 35m	13:45	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	14:28	Hauptbahnhof	7h 2m	21:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	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 14 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:40	Hauptbahnhof	5h 1m	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
	07:04	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15	Hbf	Fastest
	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	5h 5m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 46m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 7m	11:39	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	21:27	Berlin Hbf	8h 41m	06:08	Hbf	Cheapest
	07:04	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15	Hbf	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	5h 2m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 46m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 7m	11:39	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	21:27	Berlin Hbf	8h 41m	06:08	Hbf	Cheapest
	07:04	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15	Hbf	Fastest
	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	5h 5m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:48	Spandau	7h 2m	19:50	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 7m	11:39	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	21:27	Berlin Hbf	8h 41m	06:08	Hbf	Cheapest
	07:04	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15	Hbf	Fastest
	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	5h 5m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:48	Spandau	7h 2m	19:50	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 7m	11:39	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	21:27	Berlin Hbf	8h 41m	06:08	Hbf	Cheapest
	07:04	Berlin Hbf	4h 11m	11:15	Hbf	Fastest
	08:40	Hauptbahnhof	5h 1m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 46m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 7m	11:39	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 R 381, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15carpool per day

5h 40mAverage duration

479 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 360 - R 2 094	Average duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 248 - R 5 057	Average duration5h 6m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 381 - R 1 149	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

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

Berlin

A
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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B
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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C
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 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
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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

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511 577 reviews

Staff4.2

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Cologne start from R 248. The average price for this train route is around R 1 176. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 6m, covering a distance of 473 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 11m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 52 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, 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 06:01. And the latest train departs at 23:53.
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 ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers 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

09/12

R 1 404

10/12

R 1 980

Today

R 2 376

12/12

R 834

13/12

R 573

14/12

R 938

15/12

R 623

16/12

R 511

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 511

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 R 511 to R 4 523 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 R 511, which is on 2025-12-16.

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.