What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne is to bus via Leverkusen which costs €50 - €90 and takes 10h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne is to fly which takes 2h 56m and costs €70 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin Ostkreuz Station and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Masurenallee - Berlin and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin Ostkreuz Station and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from S Ostkreuz Bhf and arriving at Köln Hbf via S Spandau Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne?

The distance between Berlin Ostkreuz Station and Cologne is 509 km. The road distance is 576 km.

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

The best way to get from Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne without a car is to train via S Spandau Bhf which takes 5h 44m and costs €95 - €430.

How long does it take to get from Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne?

The best way to get from Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne is to fly which takes 2h 56m and costs €70 - €240. Alternatively, you can train via S Spandau Bhf, which costs €95 - €430 and takes 5h 44m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne is 576 km. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne.

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

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Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Berlin Ostkreuz Station 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
2h 56m
€70–240
Bus via Leverkusen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin Südkreuz train station to Leverkusenbus N1338 / ...
10h 45m
€53–88
Train via S Spandau Bhf
1. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
5h 44m
€98–430
Bus
1. Take the bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
7h 21m
Drive 576 km
1. Drive from Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Colognecar 576 km
4h 54m
€82–118
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 26m
€94–277
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 45m
€108–318
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
6h 33m
€103–463

Berlin Ostkreuz Station to Cologne by train

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Distance: 509.5 km
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Berlin Ostkreuz Station, 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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