The train between Berlin and Cologne takes 5h 2m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Berlin to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run on demand between Berlin and Cologne. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Want to know about travelling from Berlin to Cologne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Berlin to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Berlin station and arriving at Cologne station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10,675,199d 2h.
Berlin to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from S Ostbahnhof station.
Berlin to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Berlin to Cologne train tickets online with Rome2Rio.
The distance between Berlin and Cologne is 478.6 km. The road distance is 581 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from S Ostbahnhof to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €100–260 and the journey takes 5h 2m.