How much does a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Berlin cost?

The average train ticket price from Cologne to Berlin is $93. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Berlin is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from Cologne to Berlin?

A train trip between Cologne and Berlin is around 5h 2m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 47m. This is the time it takes to travel the 480 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Berlin?

The number of trains from Cologne to Berlin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 81. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Berlin by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Cologne to Berlin?

When taking the train from Cologne to Berlin, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Berlin?

Trains travelling between Cologne and Berlin leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Hauptbahnhof, Berlin Ostbahnhof, Spandau.

Train Cologne to Berlin from $31 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on November 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:12pm	Hbf	6h 35m	5:47am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	8:33pm	Hbf	4h 43m	1:16am	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	8:01am	Hbf	5h 31m	1:32pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:55am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	7h 11m	6:06pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	6:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 10m	11:17am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on December 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:12pm	Hbf	6h 35m	5:47am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	6:18pm	Hbf	4h 45m	11:03pm	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	8:01am	Hbf	5h 31m	1:32pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:01am	Hbf	9h 19m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	6:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 10m	11:17am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on December 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:55pm	Hbf	8h 52m	8:47am	Berlin Hbf	Cheapest
	6:18pm	Hbf	4h 45m	11:03pm	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	8:01am	Hbf	5h 31m	1:32pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:01am	Hbf	9h 19m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	6:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 10m	11:17am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on December 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:12pm	Hbf	6h 35m	5:47am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	6:18pm	Hbf	4h 45m	11:03pm	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	8:01am	Hbf	5h 31m	1:32pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	6:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 10m	11:17am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	6:44am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 30m	12:14pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on December 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:12pm	Hbf	6h 35m	5:47am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	6:18pm	Hbf	4h 45m	11:03pm	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	8:01am	Hbf	5h 31m	1:32pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:51am	Hbf	12h 54m	7:45pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	6:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 10m	11:17am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on December 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	11:42pm	Hbf	9h 5m	8:47am	Berlin Hbf	Cheapest
	6:18pm	Hbf	4h 38m	10:56pm	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	6:51am	Hbf	7h 9m	2:00pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:25am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	7h 5m	3:30pm	Gesundbrunnen	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	6:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 10m	11:17am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on December 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:12pm	Hbf	6h 40m	5:52am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	6:18pm	Hbf	4h 45m	11:03pm	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	6:13am	Hbf	5h 19m	11:32am	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 27m	11:32am	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	6:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 10m	11:17am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Berlin

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15carpool per day

5h 50mAverage Duration

479 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $193	Average Duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $376	Average Duration5h 2m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$32 - $106	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

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

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

Berlin

A
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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B
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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C
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 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
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511,474 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Berlin by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Berlin cost?
The average train ticket price from Cologne to Berlin is $93. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Berlin is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Cologne to Berlin?
A train trip between Cologne and Berlin is around 5h 2m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 47m. This is the time it takes to travel the 480 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Berlin?
The number of trains from Cologne to Berlin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 81. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Berlin by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Cologne to Berlin?
When taking the train from Cologne to Berlin, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Berlin?
Trains travelling between Cologne and Berlin leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Hauptbahnhof, Berlin Ostbahnhof, Spandau.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-27

$96

11-28

$96

Today

$92

11-30

$65

12-01

$35

12-02

$35

12-03

$35

12-04

$35

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $35

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

You can expect to pay from $35 to $411 for a train ticket from Cologne to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-12-01.