What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin Hbf to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Berlin Hbf to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €23 - €40 and takes 6h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berlin Hbf to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Berlin Hbf to Cologne is to fly which takes 3h 1m and costs €70 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin Hbf and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Berlin Hbf station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Berlin Central Station and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Masurenallee - Berlin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin Hbf and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Berlin Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Berlin Hbf to Cologne?

The distance between Berlin Hbf and Cologne is 549 km. The road distance is 568.9 km.

How do I travel from Berlin Hbf to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Berlin Hbf to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €40 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Berlin Hbf to Cologne?

The train from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Hbf takes 4h 35m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Berlin Hbf to Cologne bus from?

Berlin Hbf to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Masurenallee - Berlin station.

Where do I catch the Berlin Hbf to Cologne train from?

Berlin Hbf to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Berlin Hbf to Cologne?

The best way to get from Berlin Hbf to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €40 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 15m, you could also fly, which costs €70 - €260 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Berlin Hbf to Cologne bus arrive?

Berlin Hbf to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where does the Berlin Hbf to Cologne train arrive?

Berlin Hbf to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Berlin Hbf to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin Hbf to Cologne is 569 km. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Berlin Hbf to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Berlin Hbf to Cologne?

Book your Berlin Hbf to Cologne train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1845+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Berlin Hbf to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Berlin Hbf and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 9 ways to get from Berlin Hbf to Cologne by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
4h 35m
€40–210
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Colognerideshare 569.4 km
6h 29m
€23–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
7h 15m
Drive 568.9 km
1. Drive from Berlin Hbf to Colognecar 568.9 km
4h 46m
€84–121
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BER - CGN
3h 1m
€70–252
Train via S Spandau Bhf
1. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
6h 6m
€101–213
Train via Dortmund
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
6h 59m
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BER - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
3h 29m
€83–290
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BER - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
3h 47m
€113–285

Berlin Hbf to Cologne by train

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Distance: 549.2 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Berlin Hbf, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €100–210 and the journey takes 4h 35m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis once daily, and the journey takes 5h 52m.

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