Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Cheapest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Spandau | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Fastest | |||||
| ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hauptbahnhof | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | No tags | |||||
| ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Berlin to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Berlin and Cologne?
Stops in Berlin
- AHildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
- B
Zoo
Hardenbergplatz 9, 10623 Berlin, Germany - CKronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
- D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - EAlexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
- FKarolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Based on 12474 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £15
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Berlin to Cologne
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Berlin to Cologne?
The cheapest coach tickets from Berlin to Cologne start from £15. The average price for this route is around £27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
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 289 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Berlin to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day.
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 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Berlin to Cologne?
A bus journey from Berlin to Cologne produces an estimated 11.652275 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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.
The cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on 20 Apr 2026 with a price of £20To 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 £20 to £73 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 £20, which is on 2026-04-20.
What's the cheapest way to go from Berlin to Cologne?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
