Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz

Showing times and prices for 29 May

Cheapest price

£47

Average price

£118

Fastest journey

4 h 53 m

Average duration

4 h 55 m

Trains per day

35

Distance

474 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz will cost around £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.

Fast trains

To travel from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz you need to make at least one change.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1540 · 17404
    22:497h34
    Berlin Hbf
    6:23Cologne Messe/Deutz
    £471One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 273 · ICE 1540 · 17404
    23:286h55
    Berlin Hbf
    6:23Cologne Messe/Deutz
    £471One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 277 · ICE 646 · ICE 621
    4:285h14
    Berlin Hbf
    9:42Cologne Messe/Deutz
    £641One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 646 · ICE 621
    4:235h19
    Berlin Hbf
    9:42Cologne Messe/Deutz
    £641One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 946 · ICE 623
    5:285h14
    Berlin Hbf
    10:42Cologne Messe/Deutz
    £781One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £55.

Distance: 474 km

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Live departures

Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz train times

The table below shows live departures for Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz trains for today, Thursday 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 942 · ICE 721
On time
9:46 Berlin Hbf
4h56
14:42 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1073 · ICE 72010:01 Berlin Hbf
5h13
15:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 640 · ICE 723
On time
10:46 Berlin Hbf
4h53
15:39 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 839 · ICE 628
On time
11:05 Berlin Hbf
5h09
16:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1546 · 28523
On time
11:13 Berlin Hbf
5h12
16:25 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 940 · ICE 725
On time
11:46 Berlin Hbf
4h56
16:42 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1135 · ICE 626
On time
12:02 Berlin Hbf
5h12
17:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 548 · ICE 727
On time
12:46 Berlin Hbf
4h56
17:42 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 931 · ICE 624
On time
13:05 Berlin Hbf
5h09
18:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 546 · ICE 821
On time
14:46 Berlin Hbf
4h56
19:42 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 933 · ICE 62015:05 Berlin Hbf
5h09
20:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1544 · ICE 1883
On time
15:13 Berlin Hbf
5h18
20:31 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1544 · 10228 · 28531
On time
15:13 Berlin Hbf
5h12
20:25 Cologne Messe/Deutz
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 846 · S19
On time
15:46 Berlin Hbf
4h57
20:43 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1139 · ICE 528
On time
16:00 Berlin Hbf
5h14
21:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 844 · 8973617:46 Berlin Hbf
5h14
23:00 Cologne Messe/Deutz1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 542 · 8973818:46 Berlin Hbf
5h14
0:00 Cologne Messe/Deutz1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 699 · IC 60402 · S621:27 Berlin Hbf
8h32
5:59 Cologne Messe/Deutz2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 609 · IC 60408 · ICE 618 · S622:24 Berlin Hbf
7h55
6:19 Cologne Messe/Deutz4 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1540 · 17404
On time
22:49 Berlin Hbf
7h34
6:23 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 273 · ICE 1540 · 17404
On time
23:28 Berlin Hbf
6h55
6:23 Cologne Messe/Deutz
2 changes
Friday 29 May
Deutsche BahnICE 646 · ICE 621
On time
4:23 Berlin Hbf
5h19
9:42 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 277 · ICE 820
On time
4:28 Berlin Hbf
5h46
10:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 277 · ICE 646 · ICE 621
On time
4:28 Berlin Hbf
5h14
9:42 Cologne Messe/Deutz
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 946 · ICE 623
On time
5:28 Berlin Hbf
5h14
10:42 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 644 · ICE 625
On time
6:46 Berlin Hbf
4h53
11:39 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 9590 · ICE 726
On time
7:06 Berlin Hbf
5h08
12:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1548 · 28515
On time
7:10 Berlin Hbf
5h15
12:25 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 944 · ICE 627
On time
7:46 Berlin Hbf
4h56
12:42 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1131 · ICE 724
On time
8:00 Berlin Hbf
5h14
13:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 642 · ICE 629
On time
8:46 Berlin Hbf
4h56
13:42 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 837 · ICE 722
On time
9:05 Berlin Hbf
5h09
14:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1052 · S11
On time
9:12 Berlin Hbf
5h17
14:29 Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz

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Trains from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:59, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 474 km distance in 4h 56m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £16
Distance
474 km
Average train duration
5h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
4h 56m
First train
1:59
Last train
22:52
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Tue
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £16

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Berlin Hbf and Cologne Messe/Deutz from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 56m
Cheapest Price
£16
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 8m
Cheapest Price
£27
FlixTrain frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 45m
Cheapest Price
£79
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne Messe/Deutz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £58.
The train journey from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz covers a distance of 474 km and takes approximately 4h 56m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz is 474 km.
The first train from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz leaves at 1:59.
The last train from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz departs at 22:52.
Trains from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Berlin Hbf and Cologne Messe/Deutz. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
To get from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz.
The cheapest way to get from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz is by coach, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz.

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Important Stations and Airports in Berlin Hbf and Cologne Messe/Deutz

Berlin
Cologne
The major train station for departures in Berlin is Berlin Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Berlin Hbf for your trip from Berlin to Cologne.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
  • Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Dining
Dining
  • backWERK
  • Burger King
  • Costa Coffee
  • Dunkin' Donuts
  • Einstein Kaffee
  • Le Crobag
  • McDonald's
  • Hans im Glück
  • Pret A Manger
  • Starbucks
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
  • IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
  • Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.

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