The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Bonn
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£103
Fastest journey
5 h 27 m
Average duration
9 h 30 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
479 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Bonn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Bonn will cost around £103 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
To travel from Berlin to Bonn you need to make at least one change.
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ICE 942 · IC 1946
ICE 837 · ICE 722 · STR 66
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ICE 837 · ICE 722 · STR 66
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Compare coach, train and flight for Berlin to Bonn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Bonn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £50.
Distance: 479 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£55 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £166 Average Price |
6h 49m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Bonn train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Bonn trains for today, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:22 Berlin Südkreuz station | 11h03 | 22:25 Bonn, Museumsmeile | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:38 Berlin Hbf | 10h47 | 22:25 Bonn, Museumsmeile | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:48 Berlin Spandau | 10h37 | 22:25 Bonn, Museumsmeile | 1 change | |
| Thursday 26 February | |||||
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 07:25 Berlin Südkreuz station | 12h25 | 19:50 Bonn, Museumsmeile | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 07:40 Berlin Hbf | 12h10 | 19:50 Bonn, Museumsmeile | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 07:50 Berlin Spandau | 12h00 | 19:50 Bonn, Museumsmeile | 1 change | |
ICE 837 · ICE 722 · STR 66 | On time 08:05 Berlin Hbf | 5h28 | 13:33 Bonn Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 942 · IC 1946 | On time 08:46 Berlin Hbf | 5h27 | 14:13 Bonn Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Bonn
Trains from Berlin to Bonn run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 479 km distance in 4h 34m.
Distance 479 km |
Average train duration 6h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 34m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Berlin to Bonn trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Berlin and Bonn from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
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FAQs: Berlin to Bonn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Bonn 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 Bonn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Bonn
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Magd und Knecht
- Cafébar Macchiato
- Frittebud
- McDonald's
- Motel One
- Hotel Rheinland
- Hotel Löhndorf
- Villa Esplanade
- Monday: 06:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 10:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 12:45 - 12:00 15:45
- Sunday: 10:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:30
- House of Steaks
- Fair Cafe
- Maternus
- Mykonos
- Kaiserhof
- Hotel zum Adler
- Insel Hotel
- Hotel Eden
- Monday: 08:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Tuesday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Wednesday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Thursday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Friday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Cafe Wagner
- Stadt-Café
- Freundlicher Imbiss
- Beueler Döner- & Pizza-Center
- Garten Hotel
- Portofino
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