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 $37. 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 45m, covering a distance of 289 miles (467 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 bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses 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 11.652625 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Cologne to Berlin from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on May 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 25m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
9:55pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	8h 30m	6:25am	Wannsee	Fastest
9:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 15m	6:45am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 45m	3:30am	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags
9:15pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	11h 10m	8:25am	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on May 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 25m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	9:55pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	8h 30m	6:25am	Wannsee	Fastest
	7:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 10m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 50m	2:55am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on May 31
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 10m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	9:55pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	8h 30m	6:25am	Wannsee	Fastest
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 50m	2:55am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 25m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on June 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 10m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	9:55pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	8h 30m	6:25am	Wannsee	Fastest
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 50m	2:55am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 25m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on June 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 10m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	9:55pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	8h 30m	6:25am	Wannsee	Fastest
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 50m	2:55am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 25m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on June 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 10m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	9:55pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	8h 30m	6:25am	Wannsee	Fastest
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 50m	2:55am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 25m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on June 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 10m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	9:55pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	8h 30m	6:25am	Wannsee	Fastest
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 50m	2:55am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 25m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Berlin on June 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 25m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	9:55pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	8h 30m	6:25am	Wannsee	Fastest
	7:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 10m	5:00pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 50m	2:55am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Berlin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

87train per day

5h 9mAverage Duration

295 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $173	Average Duration9h 45m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $310	Average Duration5h 9m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Berlin?

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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D
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

A
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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B
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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C
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
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F
Zoo
Hardenbergplatz 9, 10623 Berlin, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,722 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Ecolines, KLR Bus

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 $37. 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 45m, covering a distance of 289 miles (467 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 bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses 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 11.652625 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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

05/27

$45

05/28

$41

Today

$49

05/30

$36

05/31

$39

06/01

$30

06/02

$29

06/03

$35

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Berlin was searched and found on Jun 2, 2026 with a price of $29

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 $29 to $104 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 $29 which is on 2026-06-02.

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

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time9h 45m	Avg Price$37	Daily Departures29
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 9m	Avg Price$69	Daily Departures87
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time6h	Avg Price$52	Daily Departures17

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