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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin Hbf
Cheapest price
€66
Average price
€99
Fastest journey
4 h 46 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
474 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin Hbf will cost around €99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €66.
It's difficult to get from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin Hbf without transferring at least once.
17428 · ICE 6456:24 PM4h46Cologne Messe/Deutz11:10 PMBerlin Hbf€661One-way1 transfer- 17426 · ICE 9455:24 PM4h48Cologne Messe/Deutz10:12 PMBerlin Hbf€741One-way1 transfer
- ICE 525 · ICE 11386:45 AM5h16Cologne Messe/Deutz12:01 PMBerlin Hbf€761One-way1 transfer
- 17404 · ICE 5436:24 AM4h46Cologne Messe/Deutz11:10 AMBerlin Hbf€811One-way1 transfer
- S19 · ICE 55911:37 AM5h32Cologne Messe/Deutz5:09 PMBerlin Hbf€881One-way1 transfer
- 17404 · ICE 5436:24 AM4h46Cologne Messe/Deutz11:10 AMBerlin Hbf€811One-way1 transfer
- 17412 · ICE 54710:24 AM4h46Cologne Messe/Deutz3:10 PMBerlin Hbf€1091One-way1 transfer
- 17424 · ICE 6434:24 PM4h46Cologne Messe/Deutz9:10 PMBerlin Hbf€951One-way1 transfer
- 17408 · ICE 5458:24 AM4h46Cologne Messe/Deutz1:10 PMBerlin Hbf€951One-way1 transfer
- 17428 · ICE 6456:24 PM4h46Cologne Messe/Deutz11:10 PMBerlin Hbf€661One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin 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 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €56.
Distance: 294 miles (474 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€53 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €152 Average price | €85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 14m Average total duration 7h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 23m 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 Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin Hbf:
A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin Hbf costing on average €53.
A bus is €125 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin Hbf costing on average €152.
Other travel options to Berlin Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 49m.
Bus takes on average 7h 44m.
The journey is about 2h 34m faster (3h 49m by train vs 6h 23m by car) and roughly €32 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€53 vs €85). 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
Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin Hbf trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RE 77123 · ICE 849 | On time 11:24 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h48 | 4:12 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 625 · ICE 838 | On time 11:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5h09 | 4:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17418 · ICE 941 | On time 1:24 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h48 | 6:12 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 629 · ICE 751 | On time 1:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5h09 | 6:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 651 | On time 2:41 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h31 | 7:12 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 721 · ICE 1130 | On time 2:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5h16 | 8:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17422 · ICE 943 | On time 3:24 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h49 | 8:13 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 723 · ICE 834 | On time 3:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5h09 | 8:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 653 | On time 4:41 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h28 | 9:09 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17426 · ICE 945 | On time 5:24 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h48 | 10:12 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1013 · 4265 · ICE 832 | On time 5:32 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5h22 | 10:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 17428 · ICE 645 | On time 6:24 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h46 | 11:10 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 655 | 6:41 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h40 | 11:21 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17430 · ICE 947 | On time 7:24 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h53 | 12:17 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 821 · ICE 274 · S15 | On time 7:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h34 | 4:19 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S11 · ICE 1541 | On time 11:11 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 6h22 | 5:33 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 10842 · ICE 619 · ICE 698 | 11:50 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h16 | 8:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 10842 · ICE 619 · S8 · IC 60470 | On time 11:50 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 7h52 | 7:42 AM Berlin Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| 10842 · IC 60403 · ICE 698 | 11:50 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h16 | 8:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
| 17404 · ICE 543 | On time 6:24 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h46 | 11:10 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 525 · ICE 1138 | On time 6:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5h16 | 12:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17406 · ICE 845 | On time 7:24 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h48 | 12:12 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 527 · ICE 932 | On time 7:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5h09 | 12:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17408 · ICE 545 | On time 8:24 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h46 | 1:10 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17410 · ICE 847 | On time 9:24 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h48 | 2:12 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 621 · ICE 930 | On time 9:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5h09 | 2:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17412 · ICE 547 | On time 10:24 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h46 | 3:10 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 623 · ICE 1134 | On time 10:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5h16 | 4:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin Hbf
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Trains from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:05, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 294 miles (474 km) distance in 4h 56m.
Distance 294 miles (474 km) |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 56m |
First train 2:05 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Cologne Messe/Deutz and Berlin Hbf from €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
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin 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 Berlin Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin Hbf
Most Cologne Messe/Deutz to Berlin Hbf trains use the Köln Hbf to Berlin Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne Messe/Deutz and Berlin Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
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