What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Berlin Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Berlin Hbf is to rideshare which costs €21 - €35 and takes 6h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Berlin Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Berlin Hbf is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs €60 - €230.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Berlin Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Cologne to Berlin Hbf?

The distance between Cologne and Berlin Hbf is 513 km. The road distance is 569.5 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Berlin Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Berlin Hbf without a car is to train via Hagen which takes 5h 11m and costs €60 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Berlin Hbf?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Cologne to Berlin Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Berlin Hbf train from?

Cologne to Berlin Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Cologne to Berlin Hbf?

The best way to get from Cologne to Berlin Hbf is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs €60 - €230. Alternatively, you can train via Hagen, which costs €60 - €180 and takes 5h 11m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Cologne to Berlin Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Berlin Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Berlin Hbf is 570 km. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Cologne to Berlin Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Berlin Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Berlin Hbf?

There are 2587+ hotels available in Berlin Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Berlin Hbf?

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

Cologne to Berlin Hbf - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Cologne to Berlin Hbf 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 from Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane CGN - BER
2h 58m
€62–224
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Berlinrideshare 568.7 km
6h 32m
€21–35
Train via Hagen
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 19 / ...
5h 11m
€60–171
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Masurenallee - Berlinbus Mykolayiv
7h 18m
Drive 569.5 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Berlin Hbfcar 569.5 km
4h 53m
€79–114
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane DUS - BER
3h 24m
€75–271
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane FRA - BER
3h 35m
€92–232
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhoftrain 10 / ...
5h 50m
€28–120
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain Re
2. Take the bus from Dortmund to Berlinbus Kyiv-Antwerp / ...
9h 35m
€69–159

Cologne to Berlin Hbf by train

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Distance: 513.2 km
Duration: 2h 58m

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

Eurowings, Lufthansa, and Lufthansa City fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Hbf to Berlin Hbf via Hagen Hbf in around 5h 11m.

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