Berlin to Cologne by train
Travelling from Berlin to Cologne by train takes about 6h 30m, run by Deutsche Bahn. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 05m. The train is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €30
- Total journey
- 6h 30m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- Deutsche Bahn
Omio catalogue, Sep 8 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Berlin to Hagen
Deutsche Bahn4h 20mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Hagen - 2Hagen to CologneDeutsche Bahn1h 12m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Berlin to Cologne
Flixtrain runs 2 scheduled departures a day, the first at 08:39 and the last at 16:39.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flixtrain | 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.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €64Checked Sep 8 | 1h 23mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €54Reading date not recorded | 10h 21m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€64Checked Sep 81h 23m · Flight onlySee Flight 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.
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
Berlin to Cologne by train: common questions
How long does Berlin to Cologne take by train?
About 6h 30m, 1 transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Berlin to Cologne?
Omio publishes €30 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the train from Berlin to Cologne?
Deutsche Bahn. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 05m. The train wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Berlin Cologne train
- Berlin to Cologne by train
- train ticket Berlin to Cologne
- how long is the train from Berlin to Cologne