How to get from
Cologne to Berlin
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Compare prices to get from Cologne to Berlin
€48|1h 10m
€8|4h 10m
€24|7h 35m
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€104
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€48
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Ryanair12h 25m
Cologne Bonn AirportBerlin Brandenburg Airport
€64One way
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1 stop
Eurowings1h 10m
Cologne Bonn AirportBerlin Brandenburg Airport
€149One way
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Eurowings16h 25m
Cologne Bonn AirportBerlin Brandenburg Airport
€90One way
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Lufthansa5h 25m
Cologne Bonn AirportBerlin Brandenburg Airport
€399One way
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- Prices shown from Cologne to Berlin are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Cologne to Berlin
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Berlin costs only €16 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 5h 4m by Trains. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Cheapest
Fastest
Average price
€16
Average duration
5h 4m
Departure Time
23:14 - 05:33
Direct options
Buses
Average price
€24
Average duration
9h 13m
Departure Time
17:45 - 06:45
Direct options
· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Cologne to Berlin?
What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Cologne to Berlin?
Based on Trip.com data, the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Berlin is December, with an average price of €95. The most expensive month is usually August, with average prices reaching €212.
€212
€154
€95
€37
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Cologne to Berlin?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Cologne to Berlin is Wednesday, with an average price of €14.
€34
€24
€14
€4
What is the cheapest day to travel from Cologne to Berlin by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Cologne to Berlin is Monday, with an average price of €24.
€24
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From Cologne to Berlin: Travel Information
Find stations and airports near Cologne and Berlin
Popular airports near Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
Nearby
Popular airports near Berlin
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
Nearby
Popular train stations near Cologne
Heumarkt, Köln
Köln Hbf (Breslauer Platz)
Koln Dom/Hbf (tief)
Köln Hbf
Neumarkt, Köln
Popular train stations near Berlin
Spandauer Str./Marienkirche, Berlin
Berlin Hackescher Markt
Berlin Alexanderplatz (S)
Berlin Alexanderplatz
Rotes Rathaus (U), Berlin
Popular bus stations near Cologne
Cologne Central Bus Station
Cologne Johannisstrasse
Cologne Ottopl.
Hansaring
Cologne Gummersbacher
Popular bus stations near Berlin
Berlin Park Inn Radisson Hotel
Berlin Alexanderplatz
Avengers
Berlin Hannah-Ahrendt-Straße
Berlin Am Ostbahnhof
FAQ – How to Get from Cologne to Berlin
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How far is it from Cologne to Berlin?
It’s about 470km (292 mi) from Cologne to Berlin. -
How do I travel from Cologne to Berlin?
There are 3 different ways to get from Cologne to Berlin, including Flights, Trains, Buses. -
What is the fastest way to travel from Cologne to Berlin?
The fastest way to get from Cologne to Berlin is by Trains, with an average journey time of 5h 4m. Other modes of transport take longer: Flights takes on average 5 hours 15 minutes.Buses takes on average 9h 13m. -
What is the cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Berlin?
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Berlin is by Trains, with an average price of €16. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Buses costs around €24 on avergae.Flights costs around €76 on avergae. -
Where do trips from Cologne to Berlin usually depart and arrive?
For trips between Cologne and Berlin, visitors typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Cologne Bonn Airport and arrive at Berlin Brandenburg Airport; Trains depart from Heumarkt, Köln and arrive at Spandauer Str./Marienkirche, Berlin; Buses depart from Cologne Central Bus Station and arrive at Berlin Park Inn Radisson Hotel. -
When is the cheapest time to buy tickets from Cologne to Berlin?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Cologne to Berlin are typically cheapest December, with an average fare of €95. Flights from Cologne to Berlin are typically cheapest Wednesday, with an average fare of €14. Flights from Cologne to Berlin are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of €24 -
Is there a time difference between Cologne and Berlin?
The time difference between Cologne and Berlin is 0m.