The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Berchtesgaden Hbf
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
8 h 37 m
Average duration
9 h 58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
572 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Berchtesgaden Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Berchtesgaden Hbf will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Berchtesgaden Hbf on Wed, Nov 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 572 km distance in an average of 9 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 37 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 11 h 19 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 bus, train, and flight for Cologne Hbf to Berchtesgaden Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Berchtesgaden Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €27. 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 train costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 355 miles (572 km)
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€70 Average price Cheapest | €111 Average price | €100 Average price |
8h 43m Average total duration 8h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 32m Average total duration 25h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Berchtesgaden Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Berchtesgaden Hbf trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:09 AM Cologne Hbf | 11h19 | 11:28 AM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 8h37 | 4:30 PM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Berchtesgaden Hbf
Distance 355 miles (572 km) |
Average train duration 8h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 29m |
First train 06:23 |
Last train 08:53 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne Hbf to Berchtesgaden Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Berchtesgaden Hbf from $33 (€27). 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.
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Hbf to Berchtesgaden Hbf

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne Hbf to Berchtesgaden Hbf
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- Gasthof zur Schießstätte
- Gasthof Watzmann
- Cafeteria
- Osteria al Parco
- Hotel Alpina Ros Demming
- Die schlafende Goass
- Kulturhof Stanggass
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