Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 50 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
479 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne 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 to Berlin will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 11 buses that leave Cologne for Berlin on Sun, Jun 15, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 15 the direct buses cover the 479 km distance in an average of 5 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Sun, Jun 15 the slowest buses will take 6 h 10 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 to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.
Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
---|---|---|
€37 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price | €276 Average price |
10h 16m Average duration 9h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 9h45 | 1:30 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 9h25 | 1:10 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 9h15 | 5:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 9h50 | 5:35 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sunday, June 15 | |||||
![]() | 5:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 9h45 | 3:35 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 9h10 | 3:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Distance 297 miles (478 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 06:50 |
Last bus 22:35 |
Travel to Berlin from Cologne from $25 (€20) with Omio’s bus partners BlaBlaCar, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.
Cologne to Berlin bus information with FlixBus:
Buses in Germany are a convenient and affordable way to travel, with a number of companies offering a variety of domestic and international routes. Buses from Cologne to Berlin are operated by Eurolines and Flixbus. There are regular and frequent services offered, from early morning until late in the evening. Buses from Cologne to Berlin take between 8 and 15 hours to make the journey, depending on the service chosen. Some FlixBus and Eurolines buses may require a transfer, which significantly lengthen journey time. Weekend buses from COlogne to Berlin are also frequent.
Return buses from Berlin to Cologne | Compare all modes of traveling from Cologne to Berlin | Or learn more about cheap buses to Berlin
Average prices for buses from Cologne to Berlin when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
---|---|
Same Day |
€31 |
1 Day in Advance |
€30 |
1 Week in Advance |
€30 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€30 |
1 Month in Advance |
€30 |
3 Months in Advance |
€30 |
Cologne to Berlin Buses: General Information
While taking a bus is slower than both the bus and train it is significantly cheaper and can take as little as 7:50 h to arrive in Berlin.
Cologne's main bus station, the ZOB, is on the north side of Hauptbahnhof, the city's central railway station, which is within a few minutes walking distance of the Cologne city centre. There are adjacent stops on the city's efficient S-bahn, U-bahn and bus services. Public transport is available until the early hours of the morning each day. Cologne has many yellow taxis which can be hailed in the street.
Berlin is Germany's vibrant capital city. The re-developed Museum Island offers some of the world's greatest art treasures. Berlin is renowned for its cultural life, from performances by the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra to its many night clubs, catering to all tastes. Buses from Cologne to Berlin arrive at the city's main bus station, the ZOB, in the Charlottenburg district to the west of the city centre. The bus station has connections to Berlin's public transport system. The city's U-bahn and S-bahn services link to the city centre in about 30 minutes. On the weekend, these services run all night. On weekdays, night buses are available. Taxis can be hailed on the street or are available at taxi stands but are more expensive than using public transport.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Cologne to Berlin, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need