Cologne to Berlin bus
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Bus times from Cologne to Berlin
Fastest Journey
9 h 5 m
Average
9 h 32 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
479 km
Of the 4 buses that leave Cologne for Berlin every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Bus from Cologne to Berlin
 | Distance | 296 miles (478 km) |
 | Average bus duration | 9 h 45 min |
 | Average bus ticket price | $34 (€33) |
 | Bus frequency | 1 a day |
 | Direct bus | Yes, there is 1 direct bus a day |
 | Bus companies | BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixTrain, BlaBlaCar or Flixbus |
Buses from Cologne to Berlin cover the 296 miles (478 km) long trip taking on average 9 h 45 min with our travel partners like BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixTrain, BlaBlaCar or Flixbus. Normally, there is 1 bus operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this trip for as low as $21 (€20), but the average price of bus tickets is $34 (€33). Travelers depart most frequently from Köln Hbf and arrive in Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof.
Bus providers: FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus from Cologne to Berlin
Travel between Cologne and Berlin from $21 (€20) with Omio’s bus partners FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route 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.
Bus information from Cologne to Berlin with FlixBus:
- Average Duration: 9 h 5 min
- Average Price: $21
- FlixBus frequency: 1 a day
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS), a subsidiary of the popular French carpooling company, BlaBlaCar, is a bus company operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe. Founded in France, BlaBlaCar Bus provides connections to over 300 destinations. Standard amenities on the buses include air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long bus journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. On select routes there is also free Wi-Fi available. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Buses from Cologne to Berlin
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.
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Cologne to Berlin Bus Cost
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.
All Cologne to Berlin buses are run by Flixbus or Eurolines.- Some buses are direct, while many require a transfer. Cologne to Berlin buses depart from either Köln ZOB or Köln Flughafen and arrive at either Berlin ZOB, Bahnhof Südkreuz, Alexanderplatz, or U-Bahnhof Alt-Tegel.
- Traveling from Cologne to Berlin by bus takes as little as 7 hours and 50 minutes.
- Most travelers book their Cologne to Berlin bus ticket 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Taking the Bus from Cologne
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.
Getting into Berlin by Bus
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.
Travel Tips: Bus to Berlin from Cologne
Some of the Cologne bus stations to Berlin you can start your journey from include Köln, Köln Bonn Airport (Fernbusbahnhof) and Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle). Similarly, some of the arrival bus stations in Berlin include Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof, Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz and Berlin, Jannowitzbrücke.
When traveling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Köln Hbf and arriving in Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof.
Passengers board their bus most frequently from Köln Hbf and travel around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) from the city center to this bus station.
Passengers traveling this route most often arrive at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and need to travel approximately 6.4 miles (10.4 km) from the bus station to the city center in Berlin.
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