The cheapest and fastest coaches from Berlin to Cologne
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
16 h 35 m
Average duration
16 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
812 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Berlin to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Cologne will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £101.
Of the 1 buses that leave Berlin for Cologne every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 812 km distance in an average of 16 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 16 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
19:0016h35Berlin11:35Cologne£1011One-way0 changes
19:0016h35Berlin11:35Cologne£1011One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Berlin to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £77, and a flight costs an average of £86.
Distance: 812 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£98 Average Price | £146 Average Price | £77 Average Price Cheapest |
21h 58m Average total duration 21h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Berlin to Cologne by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Cologne
Buses from Berlin to Cologne run on average 33 times per day, taking around 21h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £90 but you can travel from only £77 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 03:20, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 812 km distance in 16h 35m.
Distance 812 km |
Average bus duration 21h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £90 |
Buses per day 33 |
Fastest bus 16h 35m |
First bus 3:20 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Berlin to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Cologne by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Cologne
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
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