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The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf
Showing times and prices for Nov 28
Cheapest price
$65
Average price
$169
Fastest journey
4 h 6 m
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
464 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Spandau 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 Spandau to Cologne Hbf will cost around $169 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
Fast trains
Of the 36 trains that leave Berlin Spandau for Cologne Hbf on Fri, Nov 28, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 464 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 4 h 25 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.
FlixTrain08:40AM5h05
Berlin Spandau01:45PMCologne Hbf
$651One-way
0 transfers
S 3 · ICE 10111:57PM6h52
Berlin Spandau06:49AMCologne Hbf
$701One-way
1 transfer
FlixTrain12:40PM5h33
Berlin Spandau06:13PMCologne Hbf
$771One-way
0 transfers
ICE 275 · ICE 646 · ICE 65604:46AM4h35
Berlin Spandau09:21AMCologne Hbf
$771One-way
2 transfers
ICE 646 · ICE 65604:41AM4h40
Berlin Spandau09:21AMCologne Hbf
$771One-way
1 transfer
ICE 65407:12AM4h06
Berlin Spandau11:18AMCologne Hbf
$1631One-way
0 transfers
ICE 65011:12AM4h06
Berlin Spandau03:18PMCologne Hbf
$4511One-way
0 transfers
ICE 65209:12AM4h10
Berlin Spandau01:22PMCologne Hbf
$1831One-way
0 transfers
ICE 55603:12PM4h24
Berlin Spandau07:36PMCologne Hbf
$2011One-way
0 transfers
ICE 55801:12PM4h25
Berlin Spandau05:37PMCologne Hbf
$2011One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Spandau 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 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 288 miles (464 km)
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5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:51 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 646 · ICE 656 | On time 3:41 AM Berlin Spandau | 4h40 | 8:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 275 · ICE 646 · ICE 656 | On time 3:46 AM Berlin Spandau | 4h35 | 8:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 275 · ICE 128 | On time 3:46 AM Berlin Spandau | 5h47 | 9:33 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 946 · RE 17411 | On time 4:47 AM Berlin Spandau | 4h51 | 9:38 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 654 | 6:12 AM Berlin Spandau | 4h06 | 10:18 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1052 | On time 6:26 AM Berlin Spandau | 4h44 | 11:10 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 944 · RE 17415 | On time 7:00 AM Berlin Spandau | 4h38 | 11:38 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 7:40 AM Berlin Spandau | 5h05 | 12:45 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 652 | On time 8:12 AM Berlin Spandau | 4h10 | 12:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1050 | On time 8:27 AM Berlin Spandau | 4h54 | 1:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 942 · RE 17419 | On time 9:00 AM Berlin Spandau | 4h38 | 1:38 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 650 | On time 10:12 AM Berlin Spandau | 4h06 | 2:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 758 | On time 10:26 AM Berlin Spandau | 4h52 | 3:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 940 · ICE 201 | On time 11:00 AM Berlin Spandau | 4h49 | 3:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 940 · ICE 77 · ICE 816 | On time 11:00 AM Berlin Spandau | 5h43 | 4:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9590+ HLB 28652+ICE 626 · S 6 | On time 11:12 AM Berlin Spandau | 5h11 | 4:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 9590 · RB 15521 · ICE 12 | On time 11:12 AM Berlin Spandau | 5h21 | 4:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 144 · ICE 1671 · ICE 120 | On time 11:26 AM Berlin Spandau | 6h07 | 5:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| FlixTrain | 11:40 AM Berlin Spandau | 5h33 | 5:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 548 · ICE 579 · ICE 814 | On time 12:00 PM Berlin Spandau | 5h44 | 5:44 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 558 | On time 12:12 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h25 | 4:37 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 756 | On time 12:26 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h52 | 5:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 848 · ICE 203 | On time 1:00 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h49 | 5:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 556 | On time 2:12 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h24 | 6:36 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1544 · IC 2207 | On time 2:26 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h49 | 7:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 846 | On time 3:00 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h45 | 7:45 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 846 · RE 17431 | On time 3:00 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h38 | 7:38 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1131 · ICE 528 · S 6 | On time 3:12 PM Berlin Spandau | 5h11 | 8:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 544 | On time 4:00 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h33 | 8:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 844 | On time 5:00 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h47 | 9:47 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 542 | On time 6:00 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h33 | 10:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 552 | On time 6:12 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h37 | 10:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 872 | On time 7:00 PM Berlin Spandau | 5h10 | 12:10 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 740 · ICE 209 | On time 7:27 PM Berlin Spandau | 5h17 | 12:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 840 · IC 2448 · RE 26846 | On time 8:42 PM Berlin Spandau | 5h31 | 2:13 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S 3 · ICE 101 | On time 10:57 PM Berlin Spandau | 6h52 | 5:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf
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Trains from Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:24, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 288 miles (464 km) distance in 3h 49m.
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 288 miles (464 km) |
Average train duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 02:24 |
Last train 21:57 |
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
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Berlin Spandau and Cologne Hbf from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 49m
Cheapest Price
$22 (€18)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FlixTrain
About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 5m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
FlixTrain frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $14 (€11), while the average price is around $86 (€69).
The cheapest way to get from Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf is by train, with a cost of around $14 (€11).
The distance by train from Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf is 288 miles (464 km).
The first train from Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf leaves at 2:24 AM.
A day trip from Berlin Spandau to Köln Hbf is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 49m. There are 8 trains per day covering the 288 miles (464 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf.
Yes, there is a direct train from Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf. This service operates 5 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
The train journey from Berlin Spandau to Köln Hbf offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through picturesque regions such as the Harz Mountains and the Rhine Valley, providing travelers with scenic views of forests, rivers, and charming villages.
The train from Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf takes 3h 49m and runs 8 per day.
The last train from Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf leaves at 9:57 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berlin Spandau to Cologne Hbf
Berlin
Cologne
The major train station for departures in Berlin is Berlin Spandau. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Berlin Spandau for your trip from Berlin to Cologne.
Berlin Spandau
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
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
Distance to city center
14 kmDining
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
Hotel
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
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
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
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