How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Cologne start at PEN 52. The average price for this train route is around PEN 259. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Berlin to Cologne?

The average train trip from Berlin to Cologne takes 5h 10m and covers 476 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Berlin to Cologne route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 65 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Cologne?

The earliest train from Berlin to Cologne departs at 6:01am. The latest train departs at 11:52pm.

What is the best train operator from Berlin to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Cologne?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Berlin to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Berlin to Cologne from PEN 55 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on May 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:39am	Hauptbahnhof	5h 2m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	7:46am	Berlin Hbf	4h 47m	12:33pm	Hbf	Fastest
	12:40pm	Hauptbahnhof	5h 3m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:49pm	Spandau	6h 56m	7:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	7:46am	Berlin Hbf	4h 56m	12:42pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on May 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:05pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	8h 35m	9:40pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	6:46am	Berlin Hbf	4h 47m	11:33am	Hbf	Fastest
	8:39am	Hauptbahnhof	5h 2m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:50pm	Spandau	7h	11:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	6:32am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 7m	11:39am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on May 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	10:49pm	Berlin Hbf	7h 34m	6:23am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Cheapest
	6:46am	Berlin Hbf	4h 47m	11:33am	Hbf	Fastest
	8:39am	Hauptbahnhof	5h 2m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:50pm	Spandau	7h	11:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	6:32am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 7m	11:39am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on May 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	10:49pm	Berlin Hbf	7h 34m	6:23am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Cheapest
	6:46am	Berlin Hbf	4h 47m	11:33am	Hbf	Fastest
	8:39am	Hauptbahnhof	5h 2m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 46m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:32am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 7m	11:39am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on May 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:49pm	Spandau	7h 1m	7:50pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Cheapest
	6:46am	Berlin Hbf	4h 47m	11:33am	Hbf	Fastest
	8:39am	Hauptbahnhof	5h 2m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:49pm	Spandau	6h 56m	7:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	6:32am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 7m	11:39am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on May 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:00am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 40m	9:40pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	6:46am	Berlin Hbf	4h 47m	11:33am	Hbf	Fastest
	8:39am	Hauptbahnhof	5h 2m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:50pm	Spandau	7h	11:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	6:32am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 7m	11:39am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on May 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:49pm	Berlin Hbf	7h 23m	6:12am	Hbf	Cheapest
	6:46am	Berlin Hbf	4h 47m	11:33am	Hbf	Fastest
	8:39am	Hauptbahnhof	5h 2m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	11h 1m	12:56pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:32am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 7m	11:39am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Berlin to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

65train per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

476 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePEN 71 - PEN 488	Average Duration9h 45m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePEN 52 - PEN 1,088	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Berlin and Cologne?

Berlin

A
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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B
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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C
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi3.4

Deutsche Bahn

4.1/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi3.1

FlixTrain

3.2/527 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wi‑Fi2.5

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Cologne by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Cologne start at PEN 52. The average price for this train route is around PEN 259. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Berlin to Cologne?
The average train trip from Berlin to Cologne takes 5h 10m and covers 476 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 65 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Cologne?
The earliest train from Berlin to Cologne departs at 6:01am. The latest train departs at 11:52pm.
What is the best train operator from Berlin to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Berlin to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05-15

PEN 206

05-16

PEN 160

Today

PEN 324

05-18

PEN 202

05-19

PEN 143

05-20

PEN 139

05-21

PEN 152

05-22

PEN 324

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on May 20, 2026 with a price of PEN 139

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berlin to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PEN 139 to PEN 1,054 for a train ticket from Berlin to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 139 which is on 2026-05-20.

Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.