Find coaches from Berlin to Cologne

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Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Spandau
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße Fastest
Flixbus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,
HbfNo tags
Flixbus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin to Cologne

busbud logoWe recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day
5h 40mAverage duration
479 kmDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$21 - US$160Average duration9h 40m
11kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$14 - US$278Average duration4h 56m
11kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceUS$22 - US$67Average duration5h 40m
20kg CO₂e

Bus Berlin to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$38
Average bus trip duration9h 40m
Number of daily buses23
Earliest bus departure00:10
Distance452 km
Latest bus departure23:59

Berlin to Cologne Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Berlin - Cologne

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Berlin to Cologne cost?

    The bus ticket price from Berlin to Cologne starts at US$21. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Berlin to Cologne 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!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Berlin to Cologne?

    The average travel time between Berlin and Cologne is around 9h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 480 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Berlin and Cologne?

    The number of buses from Berlin to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 23 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Berlin to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Berlin to Cologne?

    When taking the bus from Berlin to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Berlin to Cologne?

    Buses travelling between Berlin and Cologne leave from Berlin Südkreuz or Zoo and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$52
29/10
US$52
Today
US$37
31/10
US$34
01/11
US$33
02/11
US$43
03/11
US$30
04/11
US$27
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$27

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

You can expect to pay from US$27 to US$93 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$27, which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Berlin to Cologne but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Berlin to Cologne, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Berlin to Cologne will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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