Compare 2 ways to go from Bern to Cologne

Average PriceUS$56 - US$91Average Duration13h 50m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$47 - US$47Average Duration5h 20m
19kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Bern to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 13 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
13h 50mAverage Duration
US$56Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Bern - Cologne

  1. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Bern to Cologne?

    Trains travelling between Bern and Cologne leave from Bern or Neufeld Car Terminal and arrive at Hbf, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Köln-Blumenberg.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Bern to Cologne is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Cologne you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Bern and Cologne compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Bern to Cologne, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

Will you be returning to Bern by train?

Train from Cologne to Bern

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