Bus from Cologne to Berlin: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on July 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
ZOB Berlin Central Bus StationCheapest
Flixbus
Leverkusen (Mitte Station)
WannseeFastest
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
ZOB Berlin Central Bus StationNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,No tags
National Express + eurobahn + WestfalenBahn + DB Fernverkehr + S-Bahn Berlin
Cologne Messe/Deutz
Berlin OstbahnhofNo tags
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
ZOB Berlin Central Bus StationNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,No tags
National Express + eurobahn + WestfalenBahn + DB Fernverkehr + S-Bahn Berlin
Cologne Messe/Deutz
Berlin OstbahnhofNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:52 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go 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 17 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

112train per day
5h 17mAverage Duration
295 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PricePEN 72 - PEN 565Average Duration9h 45m
12kg CO₂e
Train
Average PricePEN 33 - PEN 1,098Average Duration5h 17m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Berlin 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 Cologne to Berlin?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Berlin start from PEN 72. The average price for this route is around PEN 132. 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 Cologne to Berlin?

    The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Berlin is 9h 45m, 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 Cologne to Berlin 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 Cologne to Berlin?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Berlin at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

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

    A bus trip from Cologne to Berlin generates an estimated 11.651525 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
07/14
PEN 151
07/15
PEN 151
Today
PEN 139
07/17
PEN 172
07/18
PEN 147
07/19
PEN 155
07/20
PEN 135
07/21
PEN 127
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on Jul 21, 2026 with a price of PEN 127

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 PEN 127 to PEN 574 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 PEN 127 which is on 2026-07-21.

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