Bus from Berlin to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Cologne on 30 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    		Spandau
    		Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße Fastest
    Flixbus
    		Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
    		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
      		Hauptbahnhof
      		Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags
      Flixbus
      		Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
      		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

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      Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin to Cologne

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 381, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      15carpool per day
      5h 30mAverage duration
      479 kmDistance
      20kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average priceR 338 - R 2 680Average duration9h 40m
      12kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average priceR 233 - R 4 119Average duration5h 5m
      11kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average priceR 381 - R 1 163Average duration5h 30m
      20kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Cologne by bus

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

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

        The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Cologne start at R 338. The average price for this route is around R 608. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

        The average bus journey time from Berlin to Cologne is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 474 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Berlin to Cologne?

        The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Cologne at 01:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

        A bus trip from Berlin to Cologne produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

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

      Best price found
      27/01
      R 791
      28/01
      R 788
      Today
      R 563
      30/01
      R 593
      31/01
      R 524
      01/02
      R 574
      02/02
      R 465
      03/02
      R 455
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on 03 Feb 2026 with a price of R 455

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

      You can expect to pay from R 455 to R 1 127 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 455, which is on 2026-02-03.

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

      busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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