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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Hbf
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
8 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
468 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Hbf will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cologne Bonn Airport for Berlin Hbf on Mon, Aug 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct buses cover the 468 km distance in an average of 9 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest buses will take 9 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5:50 AM9h45Cologne Bonn Airport3:35 PMBerlin Hbf€231One-way0 transfers- 4:20 PM8h50Cologne Bonn Airport1:10 AMBerlin Hbf€571One-way0 transfers
- 4:20 PM8h50Cologne Bonn Airport1:10 AMBerlin Hbf€571One-way0 transfers
- 5:50 AM9h45Cologne Bonn Airport3:35 PMBerlin Hbf€231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €60.
Distance: 290 miles (468 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€35 Average price Cheapest | €58 Average price | €179 Average price | €86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 31m Average total duration 8h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Hbf:
A bus is €23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Hbf costing on average €58.
A bus is €144 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Hbf costing on average €179.
Other travel options to Berlin Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 9m.
Bus takes on average 8h 1m.
Tickets start at around €35 compared to roughly €86 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €51. The journey takes 8h 1m versus 5h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Hbf Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €52 |
Live departures
Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Hbf bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Hbf buses for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:50 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 9h45 | 3:35 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:20 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 8h50 | 1:10 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Hbf
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Buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Hbf run on average 13 times per day, taking around 8h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:50, the last at 21:35. The fastest bus covers the 290 miles (468 km) distance in 8h 50m.
Distance 290 miles (468 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 8h 50m |
First bus 5:50 AM |
Last bus 9:35 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin HbfYou can travel by bus between Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Hbf with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Hbf by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Berlin Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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