How to travel from Berlin to Cologne

There are 3 options to travel between Berlin and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Cologne is a bus with an average price of €41.

This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Cologne:

A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Cologne costing on average €49.

A bus is €174 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Cologne costing on average €215.

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 15m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 14m.

Bus takes on average 7h 14m.

The distance from Berlin to Cologne is approximately 297 miles (479 km).

The average frequency per day from Berlin to Cologne is:

• Around 23 trains per day.
• Around 9 buses per day.
• Around 5 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Berlin and Cologne as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Berlin to Cologne:

• Flights mostly depart from Berlin Brandenburg Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Berlin Hbf and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Berlin to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Cologne by train.
• Travel with Eurowings, Smartwings, Avion Express Malta, Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Tuifly to go to Cologne by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Cologne by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Berlin to Cologne with the following travel companies:

• 15 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
• 3 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Smartwings, Avion Express Malta.
• 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Berlin to Cologne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, London, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cologne and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Cologne to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Cologne, you can explore the Cologne Chocolate Museum to learn about chocolate history and production, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and visit the Botanical Gardens Flora for stunning floral displays. Discover trendy boutiques and vibrant street art in the Belgian Quarter, or attend a concert at the renowned Cologne Philharmonic Hall. Don't miss the iconic Cologne Cathedral, the modern art collection at Museum Ludwig, and the love lock-adorned Hohenzollern Bridge. Wander through the charming Old Town (Altstadt) and visit the diverse Cologne Zoo.

Three days are generally recommended to explore Cologne's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, Old Town, and museums.