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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€79
Fastest journey
6 h 12 m
Average duration
6 h 25 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
Of the 5 trains that leave Cologne Bonn Airport for Berlin Brandenburg Airport on Mon, Dec 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 08 the direct trains cover the 470 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 12 m .
On Mon, Dec 08 the slowest trains will take 6 h 47 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 292 miles (470 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
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€96 Average price | €144 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 16m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport trains for today, Sunday, December 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 19 · ICE 843 · S 3 · RB 18313 | On time 3:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h18 | 10:11 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| S 19 · ICE 553 · FEX 19835 | On time 4:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h09 | 11:02 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2 transfers | |
| S 19 · ICE 553 · FEX 19835 · S 9 | 4:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h16 | 11:09 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| S 19 · ICE 525 · ICE 1036 · FEX 19839 | On time 5:23 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h39 | 12:02 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 3 transfers | |
| S 19 · ICE 845 · S 3 · RE 62068 | On time 5:54 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h09 | 12:03 PM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| S 19 · ICE 845 · RE 62014 | On time 5:54 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h21 | 12:15 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2 transfers | |
| S 19 · ICE 555 · FEX 19843 · S 9 | 6:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h16 | 1:09 PM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| S 19 · ICE 555 · FEX 19843 | On time 6:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h09 | 1:02 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2 transfers | |
| S 19 · ICE 847 · S 3 · RB 18321 | On time 7:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h17 | 2:10 PM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| S 19 · ICE 847 · RE 62018 | On time 7:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h22 | 2:15 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2 transfers | |
| S 19 · ICE 557 · FEX 19851 · S 9 | 8:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h16 | 3:09 PM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| S 19 · ICE 557 · FEX 19851 | On time 8:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h09 | 3:02 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 623 · ICE 76 · ICE 1139 · FEX 19855 | On time 9:44 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h18 | 4:02 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 3 transfers | |
| RE 89719 · ICE 202 · IC 2049 · ICE 1139 | On time 9:48 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h14 | 4:02 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 4 transfers | |
| S 19 · ICE 849 · RE 62022 | On time 9:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h22 | 4:15 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2 transfers | |
| S 19 · ICE 849 · S 3 · RE 62076 | On time 9:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h10 | 4:03 PM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport
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Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 16:48. The fastest train covers the 292 miles (470 km) distance in 5h 37m.
Distance 292 miles (470 km) |
Average train duration 5h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 5h 37m |
First train 06:01 |
Last train 16:48 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, National Express from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, National Express trains will get you between Cologne Bonn Airport and Berlin Brandenburg Airport from $20 (€16). 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
National Express
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