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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Berlin to Cologne
Showing times and prices for 04 Feb
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 11 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
479 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Berlin to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Cologne will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $39.
Fast coaches
Of the 7 buses that leave Berlin for Cologne every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 479 km distance in an average of 7 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus03:20AM9h45
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz01:05PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)
$391One-way
0 changes
FlixBus03:40AM9h25
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)01:05PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)
$391One-way
0 changes
FlixBus10:15PM9h55
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz08:10AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)
$391One-way
0 changes
FlixBus10:40PM9h30
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)08:10AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)
$391One-way
0 changes
05:30PM5h10
Berlin10:40PMCologne
$401One-way
0 changes
05:30PM5h10
Berlin10:40PMCologne
$401One-way
0 changes
01:30PM5h50
Berlin07:20PMCologne
$531One-way
0 changes
03:50PM6h00
Berlin09:50PMCologne
$421One-way
0 changes
FlixBus03:40AM9h25
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)01:05PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)
$391One-way
0 changes
FlixBus10:40PM9h30
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)08:10AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)
$391One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Berlin to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $101.
Distance: 479 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average Price Cheapest | $85 Average Price | $287 Average Price |
7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Cologne coaches for today, Tuesday, 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 6:51 am
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 9:15 pm Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 9h55 | 7:10 am Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:40 pm Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h30 | 7:10 am Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday, 4 February | |||||
| FlixBus | 2:20 am Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 9h45 | 12:05 pm Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:40 am Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h25 | 12:05 pm Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Cologne
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Buses from Berlin to Cologne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 but you can travel from only $26 by train.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 479 km distance in 9h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $26
Distance 479 km |
Average bus duration 7h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $26
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus, Ecolines from Berlin to CologneYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Cologne with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus, Ecolines for as low as $26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 0m
Cheapest Price
$26
FlixBus frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
Ecolines
About
Ecolines is a Latvian long-distance bus company, founded in 1993, and is one of the largest and most experienced coach operators in Europe and the Baltic States. It offers comfortable travel to approximately 20 countries and 205 cities daily, with a fleet of over 200 buses, primarily Neoplan, MAN, and Setra coaches. Ecolines operates an extensive route network across the Baltic States, Western, and Eastern Europe, with major hubs including Riga, Berlin, Hamburg, and Warsaw. Many buses offer amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, and Wi-Fi, and on longer trips, personal entertainment devices and stewards are available.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 10m
Cheapest Price
$57
Ecolines frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Designated seating; Assistance with luggage.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; prior arrangement required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; additional fee may apply.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
3 a day
FAQs: Berlin to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Cologne by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Berlin to Cologne can start from as little as $29 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Berlin to Cologne is $49; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Berlin to Cologne is 9h 0m to travel the 479 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Berlin to Cologne leaves at 12:10 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Berlin to Cologne leaves at 11:55 pm.
Yes, there are 8 direct coaches a day from Berlin to Cologne with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Ecolines. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Berlin to Cologne, you can count on BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus, Ecolines for the best way to get you to Cologne. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Berlin and Cologne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Berlin , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB), Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz, Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee), Berlin, Hardenbergplatz (Zoologischer Garten), Berlin, Alexanderplatz, Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel), Schönefeld, Berlin Flughafen (Terminal 1), Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park), Berlin, Hauptbahnhof, Berlin, Spandau Bahnhof, Berlin Südkreuz, Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße), Berlin, Ostbahnhof, Potsdam, ZOB am Hauptbahnhof . When arriving in Cologne , you can end your trip in coach stations like Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen), Leverkusen, Bf Mitte, Bergisch Gladbach, Busbahnhof (Bensberg U), Köln, Hbf, Bonn, Museumsmeile, Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB), which is located around 9 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen), located 13 away from the city centre.
A trip to Cologne from Berlin is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Berlin to Cologne is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Berlin and Cologne including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Berlin to Cologne:
- Ecolines
- Assistance
- Designated seating
- Assistance with luggage.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Berlin to Cologne for coach company FlixBus, Infobus, Ecolines.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Berlin to Cologne depends on the coach companies:
- Ecolines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, Infobus, Ecolines.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Berlin to Cologne.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Berlin to Cologne:
- Ecolines
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Berlin to Cologne:
- Ecolines
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Berlin to Cologne. The following conditions apply:
- Ecolines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Berlin to Cologne with the following coach company: FlixBus, Infobus, Ecolines
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Berlin to Cologne with the following coach company: FlixBus, Infobus, Ecolines.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Berlin to Cologne with the following coach company: FlixBus, Infobus, Ecolines.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Cologne
Berlin
Cologne
The major coach station for departures in Berlin is Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) for your trip from Berlin to Cologne.
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
9 km
Car connection
MasurenalleeWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
6 kmCar connection
Hildegard-Knef-PlatzWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee)
information
The major coach station for arrivals in Cologne is Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) for your trip to Cologne from Berlin.
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCinformation
Distance to city center
13 kmCar connection
KennedystraßeWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 00:00-23:59
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Breslauer PlatzWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Köln Hbf (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Köln, Hbf
- Bus: 132, 133, 250, 260 Metro: U5, U16, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12, S13
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