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Berlin to Cologne trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Berlin and Cologne takes 4h 54m and the fastest train takes 4h 46m. The train service runs several times per day 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.

4h 54m
Duration
549 km
Distance
€120
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Berlin to Cologne train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Berlin and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 7:46 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Berlin is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Cologne at 6:13 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 549.1 km
  • Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Berlin, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €100–240 and the journey takes 4h 11m.

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