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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$147
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
475 km
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 $147 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 27 trains that leave Berlin Hbf for Cologne Hbf on Thu, Jul 16, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 475 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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.
FlixTrain8:39 AM5h02Berlin Hbf1:41 PMCologne Hbf$471One-way0 transfers- FlixTrain12:40 PM5h03Berlin Hbf5:43 PMCologne Hbf$471One-way0 transfers
- FlixTrain4:39 PM5h01Berlin Hbf9:40 PMCologne Hbf$541One-way0 transfers
ICE 154011:51 PM6h29Berlin Hbf6:20 AMCologne Hbf$781One-way0 transfers- ICE 646 · ICE 6564:28 AM4h47Berlin Hbf9:15 AMCologne Hbf$901One-way1 transfer
- ICE 5545:04 PM4h10Berlin Hbf9:14 PMCologne Hbf$2061One-way0 transfers
- ICE 6547:04 AM4h10Berlin Hbf11:14 AMCologne Hbf$1531One-way0 transfers
- ICE 6529:04 AM4h11Berlin Hbf1:15 PMCologne Hbf$2061One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5581:04 PM4h11Berlin Hbf5:15 PMCologne Hbf$1731One-way0 transfers
- ICE 65011:04 AM4h11Berlin Hbf3:15 PMCologne Hbf$2061One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 3h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $85.
Distance: 295 miles (475 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $270 Average price | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus 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 Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf costing on average $63 (€52).
A bus is $225 (€185) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf costing on average $270 (€221).
Other travel options to Cologne Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 9m.
Bus takes on average 5h 57m.
The journey is about 17m faster (5h 9m by train vs 5h 26m by car) and roughly $46 (€38) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($63 (€52) vs $109 (€90)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 942 · ICE 109 | On time 9:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h01 | 2:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 650 | Delayed 11:04 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h11 | 1:45 PM 1:45 PMCologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 940 · ICE 201 | On time 11:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h01 | 4:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 940 · IC 2816 | Delayed 11:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h58 | 3:15 PM 3:15 PMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 558 | Delayed 1:04 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h11 | 3:45 PM 3:45 PMCologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 858 | Delayed 1:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h25 | 4:30 PM 4:30 PMCologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 546 | On time 2:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h48 | 7:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 556 | Delayed 3:04 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h11 | 5:45 PM 5:45 PMCologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 846 · 17431 | On time 3:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h51 | 8:38 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 846 · ICE 205 | On time 3:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h01 | 8:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 4:39 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h01 | 9:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 554 | Delayed 5:04 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h10 | 7:29 PM 7:29 PMCologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 854 | On time 5:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h24 | 10:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 844 | On time 5:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h20 | 11:07 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 854 · 17435 | On time 5:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h51 | 10:38 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 844 · 17435 | On time 5:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h51 | 10:38 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 552 | Delayed 7:04 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h11 | 9:30 PM 9:30 PMCologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 842 | On time 7:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h06 | 12:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 386 · ICE 921 | On time 8:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 6h41 | 3:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1107 · ICE 699 · IC 60402 | On time 8:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 9h07 | 5:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 60408+ 24300+ICE 618 | On time 8:48 PM Berlin Hbf | 9h16 | 6:04 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1540 | On time 11:51 PM Berlin Hbf | 6h22 | 6:13 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
| ICE 646 · ICE 656 | On time 4:28 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h47 | 9:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 946 · 17411 | On time 5:35 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h03 | 10:38 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 654 | On time 7:04 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h10 | 11:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 944 · 17415 | On time 7:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h51 | 12:38 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 8:39 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h02 | 1:41 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf
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Trains from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 295 miles (475 km) distance in 4h 46m.
Distance 295 miles (475 km) |
Average train duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 46m |
First train 4:57 AM |
Last train 10:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Berlin Hbf and Cologne Hbf from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
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