Bus from Cologne to Berlin: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on January 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,Cheapest
Flixbus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    		Hbf
    		Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,No tags
    Flixbus
    		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    		Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,No tags
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
      		Hbf
      		Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,No tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:34 PM CET.

      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.

      19carpool per day
      5h 50mAverage Duration
      479 kmDistance
      20kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average Price$29 - $202Average Duration9h 40m
      12kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average Price$11 - $423Average Duration5h 4m
      11kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average Price$32 - $99Average Duration5h 50m
      20kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Berlin by bus

      Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Berlin?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Berlin start from $29. The average price for this route is around $56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

        The average bus travel time from Cologne to Berlin is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 467 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Berlin route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day.

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Berlin?

        The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Berlin at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Berlin?

        A bus trip from Cologne to Berlin generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

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

      Best price found
      01-05
      $53
      01-06
      $53
      Today
      $51
      01-08
      $65
      01-09
      $65
      01-10
      $36
      01-11
      $39
      01-12
      $33
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $33

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

      You can expect to pay from $33 to $85 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2026-01-12.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Berlin?

      busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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