Bus from Berlin to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Berlin to Cologne on August 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Spandau
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Fastest
Flixbus
ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,
HbfNo tags
Flixbus
ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,
HbfNo tags
Flixbus
ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,
HbfNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:06 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Berlin to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 455, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

110train per day
5h 20mAverage Duration
296 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceTRY 1,031 - TRY 7,525Average Duration9h 45m
12kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceTRY 455 - TRY 15,657Average Duration5h 20m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Berlin to Cologne 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 Berlin to Cologne?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Cologne start from TRY 1,031. The average price for this route is around TRY 2,018. 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 Berlin to Cologne?

    The average bus trip duration from Berlin to Cologne is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 290 miles (467 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 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 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

    A bus trip from Berlin to Cologne generates an estimated 11.653625 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
07/30
TRY 4,514
07/31
TRY 3,392
Today
TRY 2,417
08/02
TRY 2,590
08/03
TRY 2,130
08/04
TRY 2,130
08/05
TRY 2,072
08/06
TRY 1,949
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on Aug 6, 2026 with a price of TRY 1,949

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 TRY 1,949 to TRY 6,728 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 TRY 1,949 which is on 2026-08-06.

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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