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 15 Jul

Cheapest price

£30

Average price

£77

Fastest journey

4 h 20 m

Average duration

4 h 22 m

Trains per day

20

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 £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.

Fast trains

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

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1540 · 17404
    23:516h32
    Berlin Hbf
    6:23Cologne Messe/Deutz
    £301One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 646 · ICE 656 · 17322
    4:284h59
    Berlin Hbf
    9:27Cologne Messe/Deutz
    £481One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnRJ 386 · ICE 921 · ICE 1028
    20:346h56
    Berlin Hbf
    3:30Cologne Messe/Deutz
    £511One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 646 · 17409
    4:285h06
    Berlin Hbf
    9:34Cologne Messe/Deutz
    £541One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 552 · 17378
    19:044h23
    Berlin Hbf
    23:27Cologne Messe/Deutz
    £661One-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 £54.

Distance: 474 km

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£57

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£119

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5h 31m

Average total duration

5h 1m

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Average total duration

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1h 10m

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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, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 640 · 17421
On time
10:47 Berlin Hbf
4h47
15:34 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 640 · ICE 723
On time
10:47 Berlin Hbf
4h52
15:39 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 650 · S6
On time
11:04 Berlin Hbf
5h15
16:19 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 940 · ICE 725
On time
11:47 Berlin Hbf
4h55
16:42 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 548 · 17425
On time
12:47 Berlin Hbf
4h47
17:34 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 548 · ICE 727
On time
12:47 Berlin Hbf
4h55
17:42 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 858 · 1742813:47 Berlin Hbf
4h36
18:23 Cologne Messe/Deutz1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 858 · 1742713:47 Berlin Hbf
4h47
18:34 Cologne Messe/Deutz1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 546 · 17429
On time
14:47 Berlin Hbf
4h47
19:34 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 556 · S6
On time
15:04 Berlin Hbf
5h15
20:19 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 856 · 1743215:47 Berlin Hbf
4h36
20:23 Cologne Messe/Deutz1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 846 · ICE 823
On time
15:47 Berlin Hbf
4h44
20:31 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 544 · 17433
On time
16:47 Berlin Hbf
4h47
21:34 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 554 · S11
On time
17:04 Berlin Hbf
5h15
22:19 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 854 · 1743617:47 Berlin Hbf
4h37
22:24 Cologne Messe/Deutz1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 552 · 17378
On time
19:04 Berlin Hbf
4h23
23:27 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 552 · S19
On time
19:04 Berlin Hbf
4h39
23:43 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 842 · 5285819:47 Berlin Hbf
5h21
1:08 Cologne Messe/Deutz1 change
Deutsche BahnRJ 386 · ICE 921 · ICE 1028
On time
20:34 Berlin Hbf
6h56
3:30 Cologne Messe/Deutz		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1107 · ICE 699 · IC 60402 · 17308
On time
20:37 Berlin Hbf
9h17
5:54 Cologne Messe/Deutz		3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 540 · 4440 · 14051 · 1020420:40 Berlin Hbf
11h45
8:25 Cologne Messe/Deutz4 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 60408+Hessische Landesbahn24300+Deutsche BahnICE 618 · S6
On time
20:48 Berlin Hbf
9h31
6:19 Cologne Messe/Deutz		3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 702 · ICE 103 · ICE 119
On time
22:09 Berlin Hbf
10h44
8:53 Cologne Messe/Deutz		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 273 · ICE 824
On time
23:32 Berlin Hbf
8h42
8:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 273 · ICE 712 · S11
On time
23:32 Berlin Hbf
8h37
8:09 Cologne Messe/Deutz		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 646 · 17409
On time
4:28 Berlin Hbf
5h06
9:34 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 646 · ICE 656 · 17322
On time
4:28 Berlin Hbf
4h59
9:27 Cologne Messe/Deutz		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 956 · 10911
On time
5:35 Berlin Hbf
4h49
10:24 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 654 · 17330
On time
7:04 Berlin Hbf
4h23
11:27 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 954 · 17334
On time
7:47 Berlin Hbf
4h40
12:27 Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 952 · 17420
On time
9:47 Berlin Hbf
4h36
14:23 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
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

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
£26
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
£78
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 £57.
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.

popular train stations

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

Most Berlin Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz trains use the Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin Hbf and Cologne Messe/Deutz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Berlin
Arrival train stations in Cologne
Berlin HbfEuropaplatz 1, 10557 Berlin, GermanyWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre

Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb23, Re2, Rb14, Re7, Fex · 5m · £3 · every ~6 min
U5 · 8m · £3 · every ~25 min
BusN40, 142 · 12m · £2 · every ~8 min
170, 270, 170A, 157A, 157 · 18m · £0.90
TramM8 · 13m · £3 · every ~12 min

Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services

Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.

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