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

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Köln Hbf is to rideshare which costs €23 - €40 and takes 6h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Berlin to Köln Hbf is to fly which takes 3h 1m and costs €75 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Berlin to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Berlin, Kaiser-Friedrich-Str./Kantstr. and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Masurenallee - Berlin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin and Köln Hbf?

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 to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Berlin and Köln Hbf is 549 km. The road distance is 572.4 km.

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

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

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

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

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

Berlin to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Berlin to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Berlin to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €40 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 23m, you could also fly, which costs €75 - €250 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Berlin to Köln Hbf bus arrive?

Berlin to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Berlin to Köln Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Berlin to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Köln Hbf is 572 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Berlin to Köln Hbf.

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

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

How do I get a bus ticket from Berlin to Köln Hbf?

Book your Berlin to Köln Hbf bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

There are 1848+ hotels available in Köln Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Berlin to Köln Hbf?

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

Berlin to Köln Hbf - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

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There are 8 ways to get from Berlin to Köln Hbf by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 10 / ...
4h 35m
€40–210
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Colognerideshare 569.4 km
6h 14m
€23–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
7h 23m
Drive 572.4 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Köln Hbfcar 572.4 km
4h 50m
€85–122
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BER - CGN
3h 1m
€75–247
Bus via Leverkusen
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Leverkusenbus N1320 / ...
9h 24m
€50–80
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 32m
€88–287
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 Hbftrain
3h 48m
€101–282

Berlin to Köln Hbf by train

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Distance: 549.2 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Berlin, Germany and Köln Hbf, 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 3 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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