Bus from Cologne to Berlin: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on March 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*Cheapest
Flixbus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
WannseeFastest
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,No tags
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:41 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Berlin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day
9h 45mAverage Duration
467 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$30 - $156Average Duration9h 45m
12kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$21 - $405Average Duration5h 6m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Berlin by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Berlin?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Berlin start from $30. The average price for this route is around $50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Berlin?

    The average bus travel time from Cologne to Berlin is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 467 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Berlin route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Berlin?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Berlin at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Berlin?

    A bus trip from Cologne to Berlin generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
03-15
$58
03-16
$53
Today
$48
03-18
$43
03-19
$39
03-20
$42
03-21
$36
03-22
$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on Mar 21, 2026 with a price of $36

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Berlin, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $36 to $89 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2026-03-21.

What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Berlin?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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