How to get from Berlin to Cologne
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Berlin to Cologne. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 23m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 475 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
475 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €64Checked Sep 8 | 1h 23mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €30Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 6h 30m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €54Reading date not recorded | 10h 21m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€64Checked Sep 81h 23m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€30Omio catalogue, Sep 86h 30m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€54Reading date not recorded10h 21m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Berlin to Cologne: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Berlin Brandenburg → Cologne/Bonn Airportflight1h 23m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Berlin to Cologne
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€64October 2026
€49Departures from Berlin to Cologne
FlixBus runs 66 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:05 and the last at 23:40.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 66 | 00:05 | 23:40 |
| Flixtraintrain | 2 | 08:39 | 16:39 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Operators seen on these journeys
Deutsche BahnBerlin-Hagen, Hagen-CologneBook →
EurowingsBerlin Brandenburg-Cologne/Bonn AirportSee live options and dates →
FlixBusBerlin central-LeverkusenBook →S-Bahn + tramLeverkusen-Cologne/Bonn AirportBook →On this route you travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurowings, FlixBus, S-Bahn + tram; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Berlin to Cologne works
Start with a flight from Berlin to Cologne, about 1h 23m. In total it's roughly €64 over 1h 23m, direct, no transfers.
Berlin to Cologne: common questions
How long does it take to get from Berlin to Cologne?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 23m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Cologne from Berlin?
About 475 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Berlin to Cologne cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €44 to €95. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Berlin to Cologne?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 23m.
How long is the flight from Berlin to Cologne?
About 1h 23m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Berlin and Cologne?
Berlin is BER and Cologne is CGN, so this route is usually written BER to CGN.
Which operators run Berlin to Cologne?
On this route you travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurowings, FlixBus, S-Bahn + tram.
Can you get from Berlin to Cologne without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 4h 10m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin to Cologne?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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