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 - €95 and takes 11h 12m.

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 16m and costs €70 - €230.

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 Berlin Alexanderplatz and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Masurenallee - Berlin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin Ostbahnhof and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne. However, there are services departing from S Ostbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf via S Spandau Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

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 via S Spandau Bhf which takes 5h 39m and costs €95 - €430.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m 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 Spandau Bhf 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 16m and costs €70 - €230. Alternatively, you can train via S Spandau Bhf, which costs €95 - €430 and takes 5h 39m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 8h 10m.

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 - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 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 16m
€70–225
Bus via Leverkusen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin zoo train station to Leverkusenbus N1327
11h 12m
€53–93
Train via S Spandau Bhf
1. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
5h 39m
€98–423
Bus
1. Take the bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
8h 10m
Drive 573.6 km
1. Drive from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Colognecar 573.6 km
4h 52m
€82–119
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 43m
€99–262
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 5m
€108–303
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
6h 28m
€103–453

Berlin Ostbahnhof to Cologne by train

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Distance: 514.5 km
Duration: 3h 16m

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

Eurowings flies from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) twice daily. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from S Spandau Bhf to Köln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €95–420 and the journey takes 4h 1m.

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