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

The cheapest way to get from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne is to bus via Leverkusen which costs €50 - €85 and takes 11h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne is to fly which takes 3h 17m and costs €70 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin Ostbahnhof and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Masurenallee - Berlin and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin Ostbahnhof and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from S Ostbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart three times a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne?

The distance between Berlin Ostbahnhof and Cologne is 515 km. The road distance is 573.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs €110 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne?

The best way to get from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne is to fly which takes 3h 17m and costs €70 - €240. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €110 - €220 and takes 5h 38m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne is 574 km. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BER - CGN
3h 17m
€70–238
Train via Berlin Hbf
cheapest
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
6h 20m
€43–213
Train
1. Take the train from S Ostbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 19
5h 38m
€110–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
7h 17m
Drive 573.6 km
1. Drive from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Colognecar 573.6 km
4h 52m
€84–122
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 45m
€83–275
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
4h 3m
€113–253
Train via S Spandau Bhf
1. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
6h 33m
€43–203
Bus via Leverkusen
1. Take the bus from Berlin zoo train station to Leverkusenbus N1327
11h 8m
€53–83

Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne by train

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Distance: 514.5 km
Duration: 3h 17m

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

Eurowings flies from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from S Ostbahnhof to Köln Hbf 3 times a week. Tickets cost €110–220 and the journey takes 5h 38m.

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