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

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne Hbf

Showing times and prices for Jun 14

Cheapest price

$35

Average price

$59

Fastest journey

5 h 37 m

Average duration

5 h 44 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

479 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Ostbahnhof 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 Ostbahnhof to Cologne Hbf will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Berlin Ostbahnhof for Cologne Hbf on Sat, Jun 14, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 479 km distance in an average of 5 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 37 m .

On Sat, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 5 h 55 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
01:15PM5h41
Berlin Ostbahnhof
06:56PMCologne Hbf
$351One-way
0 transfers
FlixTrain
01:17PM5h37
Berlin Ostbahnhof
06:54PMCologne Hbf
$351One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
09:38AM5h55
Berlin Ostbahnhof
03:33PMCologne Hbf
$741One-way
0 transfers
FlixTrain
12:15PM5h41
Berlin Ostbahnhof
05:56PMCologne Hbf
$931One-way
0 transfers

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m.

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€72

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€37

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€194

Average price

6h 13m

Average duration

5h 43m

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30m

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9h 53m

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9h 23m

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4h 47m

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1h 47m

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3h 0m

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Overview: Train from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne Hbf

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Trains from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) 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
297 miles (478 km)
Average train duration
5h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
$18 (€15)
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
4h 55m
First train
04:16
Last train
20:06
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.
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Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne Hbf trains

Buy your official Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain train tickets between Berlin Ostbahnhof and Cologne Hbf from $12 (€10) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne Hbf train.

Deutsche Bahn from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne Hbf train information:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 20 min
  • Cheapest Price: $22
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 4 a day

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Popular train stations from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne Hbf

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The major train station for departures in Berlin is Berlin Ostbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Berlin Ostbahnhof for your trip from Berlin to Cologne.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
  • Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
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Distance to city center
2 km
Dining
Dining
  • Jäger & Lustig
  • BLOCK HOUSE
  • Pizza und Pasta
  • Lang Van II
Hotel
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  • Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
  • Armony Hotel
  • Nu hotel berlin
  • Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
The major train station for arrivals in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your journey to Cologne from Berlin.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
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AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
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Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
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information
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
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Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
Lockers
  • There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
Dining
  • asiagourmet
  • Coffee Fellows
  • dean&david
  • Dunkin' Donuts
  • KFC
  • McDonald's
  • Pizza Hut
  • Nordsee
  • Starbucks
  • Schweinske
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Wyndham Koeln
  • Hilton Cologne
  • Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.

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