Bus from Berlin to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on December 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    		Spandau
    		Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße Fastest
    Flixbus
    		Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
    		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
      		Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,
      		HbfNo tags
      Flixbus
      		Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
      		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

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      Compare 3 ways to go from Berlin to Cologne

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      15carpool per day
      5h 40mAverage Duration
      297 milesDistance
      20kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average Price$21 - $122Average Duration9h 40m
      12kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average Price$15 - $293Average Duration5h 6m
      11kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average Price$23 - $67Average Duration5h 40m
      20kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about traveling from Berlin to Cologne 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 Berlin to Cologne?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Cologne start from $21. The average price for this route is around $41. 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 Berlin to Cologne?

        The average bus trip duration from Berlin to Cologne is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 294 miles (474 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

        Several major train operators operate on this route with 25 trains available per day.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Berlin to Cologne?

        The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Cologne at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

        A bus trip from Berlin to Cologne generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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
      12/13
      $43
      12/14
      $63
      Today
      $39
      12/16
      $38
      12/17
      $32
      12/18
      $30
      12/19
      $38
      12/20
      $46
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $30

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

      You can expect to pay from $30 to $96 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-18.

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

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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