What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin (State) to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Berlin (State) to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €23 - €35 and takes 6h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berlin (State) to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Berlin (State) to Cologne is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs €70 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin (State) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Berlin (State) 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 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin (State) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Berlin (State) to Cologne. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf/Memhardstr. and arriving at Köln Hbf via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Berlin (State) to Cologne?

The distance between Berlin (State) and Cologne is 507 km. The road distance is 571.7 km.

How do I travel from Berlin (State) to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Berlin (State) to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 6h 26m and costs €40 - €420.

How long does it take to get from Berlin (State) to Cologne?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Berlin (State) to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berlin (State) to Cologne bus from?

Berlin (State) to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Masurenallee - Berlin station.

Where do I catch the Berlin (State) to Cologne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Berlin (State) to Cologne?

The best way to get from Berlin (State) to Cologne is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs €70 - €240. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €420 and takes 6h 26m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Berlin (State) to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Berlin (State) to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Berlin (State) to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin (State) to Cologne is 572 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Berlin (State) to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Berlin (State) to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1831+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Berlin (State) to Cologne?

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

Berlin (State) to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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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 52m
€71–236
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Colognerideshare 569.4 km
6h 4m
€23–35
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
6h 26m
€43–414
Bus
1. Take the bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
7h 27m
Drive 571.7 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Colognecar 571.7 km
4h 50m
€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 Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbftrain
3h 36m
€95–278
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 38m
€109–305
Train via S Spandau Bhf
1. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
6h 28m
€38–383
Bus via Leverkusen
1. Take the bus from Berlin zoo train station to Leverkusenbus N1327
11h 20m
€48–78

Berlin (State) to Cologne by tram and train

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Distance: 507.4 km
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Berlin (State), 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 Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €100–410 and the journey takes 5h 40m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 5 times a day.

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