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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)* | Cheapest | |||||
| Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)* | Fastest | |||||
| 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 | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)* | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Berlin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Berlin?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Berlin
- AKronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
- BAlexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
- CHildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - EHardenbergplatz 9, 10623 Berlin, Germany
- FKarolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Berlin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Berlin start from $21. The average price for this route is around $39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Berlin?
The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Berlin is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 287 miles (463 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Berlin route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 24 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Berlin?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Berlin at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
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 recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $26To 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 $26 to $139 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 $26 which is on 2025-12-17.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Berlin?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationTop traveled bus routes
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