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Compare bus, train, and flight for Cologne Süd to Berlin Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Süd to Berlin Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €72.
Distance: 296 miles (477 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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€122 Average price | €344 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 34m Average total duration 10h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Süd to Berlin Hbf:
A bus is €91 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Süd to Berlin Hbf costing on average €122.
A bus is €312 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne Süd to Berlin Hbf costing on average €344.
Other travel options to Berlin Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 2m.
Bus takes on average 10h 4m.
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (5h 2m by train vs 5h 31m by car). Tickets start at around €122 compared to roughly €86 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Cologne Süd to Berlin Hbf by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Süd to Berlin Hbf
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Trains from Cologne Süd to Berlin Hbf run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €59 but you can travel from only €23 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 06:04. The fastest train covers the 296 miles (477 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 296 miles (477 km) |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €59 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 6:04 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Süd to Berlin Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Süd 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 Süd to Berlin Hbf
Most Cologne Süd to Berlin Hbf trains use the Köln Hbf to Berlin Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne Süd and Berlin Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Köln Süd from Cologne city centre
Köln Süd is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Süd train station facilities and services
Köln Süd 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: Subway, Ganesha, Magnus, Borsalino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Süd. ATMs are available at Köln Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Süd. Information desks are available at Köln Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Chelsea, Hotel Mado, Elite Hotel, Blacksheep Hostel.
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.
Most popular train connections from Cologne Süd
Most popular trains to and from Berlin Hbf and Cologne Süd
Most popular train connections to Berlin Hbf
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