The average train between Berlin and Cologne takes 4h 58m and the fastest train takes 4h 45m. There is an hourly train service 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 hourly between Berlin and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 4:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Berlin is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Cologne at 6:12 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Berlin station and arriving at Cologne station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 58m.
Berlin to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf 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 Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Berlin and Cologne is 478.6 km. The road distance is 549 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €100–250 and the journey takes 4h 11m.