What is the cheapest way to get from Brandenburg to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Brandenburg to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €15 - €30 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brandenburg to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Brandenburg to Cologne is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs €65 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Brandenburg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Brandenburg station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Masurenallee - Berlin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Brandenburg and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Brandenburg to Cologne?

The distance between Brandenburg and Cologne is 504 km. The road distance is 534.8 km.

How do I travel from Brandenburg to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Brandenburg to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 5h 53m and costs €40 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Brandenburg to Cologne?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Brandenburg to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brandenburg to Cologne bus from?

Brandenburg to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Masurenallee - Berlin station.

Where do I catch the Brandenburg to Cologne train from?

Brandenburg to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof station.

Train, bus or fly from Brandenburg to Cologne?

The best way to get from Brandenburg to Cologne is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs €65 - €220. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €140 and takes 5h 53m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Brandenburg to Cologne bus arrive?

Brandenburg to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where does the Brandenburg to Cologne train arrive?

Brandenburg to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Brandenburg to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Brandenburg to Cologne is 535 km. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Brandenburg to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Brandenburg to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1780+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Brandenburg to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Brandenburg and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Brandenburg to Cologne - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Brandenburg to Cologne by plane, train, bus, car, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BER - CGN
2h 50m
€67–220
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Potsdam to Colognerideshare 534.3 km
5h 40m
€15–30
Train
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 10
5h 53m
€40–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
7h 12m
Drive 534.8 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Colognecar 534.8 km
4h 37m
€76–110
Fly Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BER - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain
3h 32m
€97–294
Fly Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BER - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
3h 57m
€88–260
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane DRS - DUS
5h 28m
€104–391
Train via Hagen
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain 19 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
5h 55m
€61–208
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Potsdam Hbf to Magdeburg-Neustadttrain Re
2. Take the bus from Magdeburg central bus station to Leverkusenbus N1338 / ...
9h 37m
€42–81

Brandenburg to Cologne by train

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Distance: 504.3 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

Eurowings flies from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €40–140 and the journey takes 5h 53m.

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