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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Berlin is to rideshare which costs €22 - €40 and takes 6h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Berlin is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs €75 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Berlin?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Berlin. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Masurenallee - Berlin via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Berlin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Berlin Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Cologne to Berlin?

The distance between Cologne and Berlin is 513 km. The road distance is 571.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Berlin without a car is to train via Wolfsburg which takes 4h 52m and costs €90 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Cologne to Berlin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Berlin bus from?

Cologne to Berlin bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Berlin train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cologne to Berlin?

The best way to get from Cologne to Berlin is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs €75 - €270. Alternatively, you can train via Wolfsburg, which costs €90 - €200 and takes 4h 52m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Cologne to Berlin bus arrive?

Cologne to Berlin bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Masurenallee - Berlin station.

Where does the Cologne to Berlin train arrive?

Cologne to Berlin train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Berlin?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Berlin is 571 km. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Cologne to Berlin.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cologne to Berlin?

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Where can I stay near Berlin?

There are 2667+ hotels available in Berlin.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Berlin?

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

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

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

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Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane CGN - BER
2h 54m
€76–270
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Berlinrideshare 568.7 km
6h 7m
€22–40
Train via Wolfsburg
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 10
2. Take the train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Berlin Hbftrain 10 / ...
4h 52m
€93–198
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Masurenallee - Berlinbus Mykolayiv
6h 9m
Drive 571.3 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Berlincar 571.3 km
4h 57m
€85–122
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane DUS - BER
3h 43m
€94–309
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane FRA - BER
3h 34m
€101–286
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 10 / ...
5h 34m
€95–210
Bus via Leverkusen
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus N1320 / ...
10h 4m
€50–80

Cologne to Berlin by train

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Distance: 513.2 km
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Eurowings and Lufthansa fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Hbf to Berlin Hbf via Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 52m.

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