- Must visit
Pergamonmuseum - Das Panorama
Interim exhibition presenting highlights from the Pergamon collection with Yadegar Asisi's large-scale panorama while the main museum is closed for renovation.
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
9 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 45 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin 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 will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 3 buses that leave Cologne Bonn Airport for Berlin on Sun, May 31, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 470 km distance in an average of 9 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 45 m .
On Sun, May 31 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $62.
Distance: 292 miles (470 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price | $238 Average price | $108 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 55m 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:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin costing on average $61 (€49).
A bus is $203 (€163) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin costing on average $238 (€192).
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 19m.
Bus takes on average 8h 0m.
Tickets start at around $35 (€28) compared to roughly $108 (€87) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $73 (€59). The journey takes 8h 0m versus 5h 55m 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 9h45 | 5:35 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 9h10 | 5:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 10h50 | 2:55 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 11h05 | 3:10 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 9h45 | 3:30 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 9h25 | 3:10 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 8h55 | 6:25 AM Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 9h15 | 6:45 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:50, the last at 20:45. The fastest bus covers the 292 miles (470 km) distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 292 miles (470 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 9h 15m |
First bus 5:50 AM |
Last bus 8:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Discover the best of Berlin — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Berlin trip today.
Interim exhibition presenting highlights from the Pergamon collection with Yadegar Asisi's large-scale panorama while the main museum is closed for renovation.
Major Museum Island museum known for Egyptian art, the bust of Nefertiti, and important prehistoric and classical collections.
Berlin's flagship contemporary art museum, housed in a former railway station and popular for major installations and modern art exhibitions.
Berlin's ceremonial boulevard lined with major historic buildings, ideal for a classic first walk through the city center.
UNESCO-listed island of world-class museums and monumental architecture, one of Berlin's essential cultural and scenic areas.
Elegant square framed by the Konzerthaus and twin cathedrals, widely regarded as one of Berlin's most beautiful public spaces.
Berlin's iconic street food of sliced pork sausage topped with curried ketchup and curry powder, commonly eaten with fries.
A hugely popular Berlin staple of Turkish-origin, usually served in flatbread with grilled meat, salad, and sauces; central to the city's food culture.
A traditional Berlin jam-filled doughnut, especially popular during Carnival and New Year, known elsewhere in Germany simply as a Berliner.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant focused on regional German ingredients with a modern tasting-menu approach and intimate counter seating.
Well-known traditional venue specializing in pork knuckle, sausages, and other hearty Berlin-Brandenburg dishes in a rustic setting.
Historic traditional restaurant known for classic Berlin dishes such as Eisbein and Königsberger Klopse in an old-world atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe: groceries and transit are reasonable, while central hotels and dining cost more.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in bars and cafes.
Official public transport app
Berlin Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) -> Berlin Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need