How much does a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Berlin cost?

The average train ticket price from Cologne to Berlin is £49. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Berlin 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!

How long is the train trip from Cologne to Berlin?

A train trip between Cologne and Berlin is around 4h 59m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 47m. This is the time it takes to travel the 298 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Cologne and Berlin?

The number of trains from Cologne to Berlin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 87. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Berlin by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Cologne to Berlin?

When taking the train from Cologne to Berlin, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Berlin?

Trains travelling between Cologne and Berlin leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Berlin Ostbahnhof, Spandau, Hauptbahnhof.

Train Cologne to Berlin from £8 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 18 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:11	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 36m	05:47	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	18:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 6m	22:54	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	09:17	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 10m	14:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	12:37	Hbf	4h 43m	17:20	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	09:17	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 10m	14:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 19 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:16	Hbf	5h 16m	13:32	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	18:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 6m	22:54	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	08:16	Hbf	5h 28m	13:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	06:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 29m	11:17	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:37	Hbf	4h 40m	11:17	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 20 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:03	Hbf	6h 38m	13:41	Spandau	Cheapest
	14:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 14m	19:02	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	08:16	Hbf	5h 16m	13:32	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	07:03	Hbf	12h 42m	19:45	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	06:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 29m	11:17	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 21 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:11	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 36m	05:47	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	14:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 14m	19:02	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	08:25	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	7h 5m	15:30	Gesundbrunnen	No tags
	07:03	Hbf	6h 57m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 29m	11:17	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 22 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:11	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 36m	05:47	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	14:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 14m	19:02	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 27m	11:32	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:15	Hbf	5h 17m	11:32	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 29m	11:17	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 23 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:11	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 36m	05:47	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	14:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 14m	19:02	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	08:16	Hbf	5h 16m	13:32	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:16	Hbf	9h 4m	17:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	06:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 29m	11:17	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Berlin on 24 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:12	Hbf	6h 35m	05:47	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	14:45	Hbf	4h 17m	19:02	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	08:01	Hbf	5h 31m	13:32	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:01	Hbf	9h 19m	17:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:35	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 42m	11:17	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16carpool per day

5h 50mAverage duration

297 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£16 - £105	Average duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£11 - £208	Average duration4h 59m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£17 - £58	Average duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Berlin?

Stops in Cologne

A - Hbf

B - Cologne/Bonn Airport

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

Stops in Berlin

A - Berlin Ostbahnhof

B - Spandau

C - Hauptbahnhof

D - Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)

E - Berlin Südkreuz

F - Alt-Tegel

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Berlin by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Berlin cost?
The average train ticket price from Cologne to Berlin is £49. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Berlin 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!
How long is the train trip from Cologne to Berlin?
A train trip between Cologne and Berlin is around 4h 59m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 47m. This is the time it takes to travel the 298 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Cologne and Berlin?
The number of trains from Cologne to Berlin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 87. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Berlin by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Cologne to Berlin?
When taking the train from Cologne to Berlin, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Berlin?
Trains travelling between Cologne and Berlin leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Berlin Ostbahnhof, Spandau, Hauptbahnhof.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

16/11

£62

17/11

£19

Today

£19

19/11

£34

20/11

£32

21/11

£26

22/11

£19

23/11

£36

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of £19

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

You can expect to pay from £19 to £213 for a train ticket from Cologne to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-11-22.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.