Bus from Berlin to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on July 14
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
Flixbus
ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station
Leverkusen (Mitte Station)Fastest
Flixbus
ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,
HbfNo tags
Flixbus
ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,
HbfNo tags
Flixbus
ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,
HbfNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:31 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Berlin to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 31,421, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

89train per day
5h 19mAverage Duration
296 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceCOP 69,573 - COP 525,159Average Duration10h 5m
12kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceCOP 31,421 - COP 1,097,026Average Duration5h 19m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Berlin to Cologne by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Cologne start from COP 69,573. The average price for this route is around COP 121,050. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Berlin to Cologne?

    The average bus trip duration from Berlin to Cologne is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 289 miles (467 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Cologne at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

    A bus trip from Berlin to Cologne generates an estimated 11.651425000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07/11
COP 168,165
07/12
COP 231,615
Today
COP 150,205
07/14
COP 134,376
07/15
COP 126,462
07/16
COP 122,539
07/17
COP 138,334
07/18
COP 138,604
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on Jul 16, 2026 with a price of COP 122,539

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 COP 122,539 to COP 447,503 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 COP 122,539 which is on 2026-07-16.

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

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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