4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Berlin
Cheapest price
67S$
Average price
84S$
Fastest journey
10 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 58 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
479 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Berlin will cost around 84S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 67S$.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cologne for Berlin every day 2 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 10 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 5 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.
FlixBus4:05 PM10h50Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)2:55 AMBerlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)67 S$1One-way0 changes- FlixBus4:05 PM11h05Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)3:10 AMBerlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz101 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus4:05 PM10h50Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)2:55 AMBerlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)67 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus4:05 PM11h05Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)3:10 AMBerlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz101 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 22S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. 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 22S$, and a flight costs an average of 70S$.
Distance: 479 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
38S$ Average Price Cheapest | 55S$ Average Price | 250S$ Average Price |
7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m 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
Cologne to Berlin bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Berlin coaches for today, Thursday, 25 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 4:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 10h50 | 2:55 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 11h05 | 3:10 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 9h25 | 3:10 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 9h45 | 3:30 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 9h15 | 6:45 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 8h55 | 6:25 AM Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 9h40 | 7:10 AM Berlin, Hardenbergplatz (Zoologischer Garten) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Berlin
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Buses from Cologne to Berlin run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 22S$ but you can travel from only 19S$ 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 8h 55m.
Distance 479 km |
Average bus duration 6h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price 22S$ |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to BerlinYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Berlin with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as 19S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Berlin coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Berlin
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
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