Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RB,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf

Showing times and prices for Jul 21

Cheapest price

$43

Average price

$124

Fastest journey

4 h 24 m

Average duration

4 h 57 m

Trains per day

Distance

475 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf will cost around $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Berlin Hbf for Cologne Hbf on Mon, Jul 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 21 the direct trains cover the 475 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 24 m .

On Mon, Jul 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 58 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.

FlixTrain

07:47AM5h58

Berlin Hbf

01:45PMCologne Hbf

$431One-way

0 transfers

ICE 640 · ICE 927

10:48AM5h01

Berlin Hbf

03:49PMCologne Hbf

$1411One-way

1 transfer

ICE 952

09:48AM4h24

Berlin Hbf

02:12PMCologne Hbf

$1561One-way

0 transfers

ICE 950

11:48AM4h24

Berlin Hbf

04:12PMCologne Hbf

$1561One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €80.

Distance: 295 miles (475 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€77 Average price	€37 Average price Cheapest	€228 Average price
5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday, July 20

Last updated at 4:40 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
ICE 542	On time 4:48 PM Berlin Hbf	4h45	9:33 PM Cologne Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 852	Delayed 5:49 PM 5:48 PMBerlin Hbf	4h24	10:15 PM 10:15 PMCologne Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 704 · ICE 921	Delayed 7:05 PM 6:31 PMBerlin Hbf	6h31	1:02 AM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 699 · ICE 618	On time 7:54 PM Berlin Hbf	8h09	4:03 AM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
Monday, July 21
FlixTrain	5:47 AM Berlin Hbf	5h58	11:45 AM Cologne Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 952	On time 7:48 AM Berlin Hbf	4h24	12:12 PM Cologne Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 640 · ICE 927	On time 8:48 AM Berlin Hbf	5h01	1:49 PM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 950	On time 9:48 AM Berlin Hbf	4h24	2:12 PM Cologne Hbf	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf

Germany

Trains from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

295 miles (475 km)

Average train duration

5h 5m

Cheapest ticket price

$16 (€13)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

4h 18m

First train

02:21

Last train

21:46

Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf trains

Buy your official Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain train tickets to Cologne Hbf from Berlin Hbf from $25 (€20) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular route.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 3 h 59 min
Cheapest Price: $35
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 6 a day

Flixtrain GmbH is a German railway company owned by Flixmobility. FlixTrain already connects many cities in Germany with its green trains. The trains run on 100 percent renewable energy. Onboard facilities: FlixTrain trains are equipped with air conditioning, toilets, USB and sockets and have plenty of legroom. You will find free WiFi on most trains and a range of food and drinks is available. There is a standard ticket that guarantees you a seat. You can take luggage with you free of charge, provided it can be stowed in the luggage racks. Find the current FlixTrain timetable for your journey at Omio and easily book FlixTrain train tickets online.

FlixTrain from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf train information:

Average Duration: 5 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: $25

FAQs: Trains from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf

FAQs: Travel by train from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf.

Yes, you can take a train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbf. Train is one of the available travel modes between these stations. In addition to trains, buses and flights are other options you can consider for your journey from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbf.

The cheapest way to get from Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hauptbahnhof is by train, with prices starting at €20.

Yes, a day trip from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbf is feasible, as the duration of the train journey is approximately 5 hours and 35 minutes one way. With 9 trains operating daily between these stations, there are ample options to fit within a day travel plan. The distance of this trip is 475 kilometers.

Yes, there are direct train services between Berlin Hbf and Köln Hbf, with a frequency of 6 direct trains daily, operated by Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain.

The train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbf covers a distance of 475 kilometers and takes approximately 5 hours and 35 minutes, with services running frequently, about nine times a day.

The first train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbf leaves at 1:42.

The high-speed train between Berlin Hbf and Köln Hbf covers a distance of 475 km and takes approximately 5 hours and 35 minutes.

The last train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbf departs at 22:36.

There is no sleeper train service available from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbf. The last train departs at 22:36.

The journey between Berlin Hbf and Köln Hbf offers pleasant countryside views, as the train passes through scenic landscapes featuring open fields, forests, and small towns, alongside stretches of the Rhine River near Köln. While not the most panoramic train route in Germany, several segments offer travelers a visually appealing experience.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf

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The major train station for departures in Berlin is Berlin Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Berlin Hbf for your trip from Berlin to Cologne.

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