- Must visit
Bachgedenkstätte im Schloss Köthen
Exhibition on Johann Sebastian Bach’s time at the Köthen court, with music history displays in the palace ensemble.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Köthen
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £30
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £38
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 1 h 49 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 1 h 59 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 3
- Distance
- 130 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Köthen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Köthen will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Fast trains
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 3 trains from Berlin to Köthen, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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.
7:29 2h02 Berlin 9:31 Köthen £30 1 One-way 0 changes7:36 1h49 Berlin 9:25 Köthen £41 1 One-way 0 changes7:15 2h07 Berlin 9:22 Köthen £43 1 One-way 0 changes
7:36 1h49 Berlin 9:25 Köthen £41 1 One-way 0 changes7:29 2h02 Berlin 9:31 Köthen £30 1 One-way 0 changes7:15 2h07 Berlin 9:22 Köthen £43 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Köthen
GermanyGermany
Trains from Berlin to Köthen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 1h 21m.
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
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 23:47 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Berlin to Köthen trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Berlin to Köthen.
The cost of a train ticket from Berlin to Köthen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The train journey from Berlin to Köthen covers a distance of 130 km and takes approximately 1h 21m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Berlin to Köthen is 130 km.
The first train from Berlin to Köthen leaves at 0:12.
The last train from Berlin to Köthen departs at 23:47.
Trains from Berlin to Köthen run approximately 7 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Berlin to Köthen.
Live departures
Berlin to Köthen train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Köthen trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:27 Berlin | 1h55 | 9:22 Köthen | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£14
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.
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.
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.
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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Berlin and Köthen
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a night train from Berlin to Köthen.
Complete guide to Köthen
Things to do in Köthen
Discover the best of Köthen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Köthen trip today.
- Recommended
Historisches Museum im Schloss Köthen
Main museum complex in the palace, covering court history, Bach in Köthen and regional collections in historic rooms.
- Recommended
Naumann-Museum
Specialist museum presenting ornithology and natural history collections associated with the scholar Johann Friedrich Naumann.
- Recommended
Schlossplatz
Central square beside the palace, useful for orientation and events, with historic facades and easy access to major sights.
- Recommended
Marktplatz
Historic market square framed by civic buildings and shops, giving a clear sense of everyday life in the old town.
- Recommended
Schlossgarten Köthen
Pleasant green area around the palace ensemble, combining gardens, paths and views of the main historic buildings.
- Gluten-free
Kartoffelsuppe
A classic Saxony-Anhalt potato soup, often enriched with root vegetables and sausages. It is a comforting regional staple in central German home cooking.
Tote Oma
Pan-fried blood sausage with mashed potatoes and sauerkraut. This hearty dish is widely eaten across the region and reflects traditional rural cooking.
Bratwurst mit Sauerkraut
A rustic plate of pork sausages with sauerkraut and potatoes. It is a long-standing everyday favourite in Saxony-Anhalt inns and beer halls.
Restaurant Kreta
Casual Greek restaurant popular with locals for grilled meats, mixed platters and friendly service in an easy-going setting.
Brauhaus Köthen
Traditional German restaurant in central Köthen serving hearty regional dishes in a straightforward, welcoming setting.
Restaurant Stadt Köthen
Established hotel restaurant with classic German cooking and a more formal atmosphere, suitable for a relaxed sit-down meal.
Euro (€)
Köthen is generally cheaper than major German cities, with lower hotel, dining and local travel costs suited to most leisure budgets.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-70 per person at an upscale restaurant.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for a cappuccino or similar coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included, but it is normal to round up or add 5-10% in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
Plan your visit to Köthen
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Köthen.
The train journey from Berlin to Köthen offers a moderately scenic experience, passing through charming German countryside, small towns, and areas of natural beauty, although it is not particularly renowned for dramatic landscapes.
FAQs: Berlin to Köthen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Köthen 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 Köthen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Berlin to Köthen 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 to Köthen.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Köthen
Most Berlin to Köthen trains use the Berlin Hbf to Köthen station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Köthen 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 Köthen
Which Berlin station do trains to Köthen leave from?
Trains from Berlin to Köthen leave from Berlin Hbf. The station is 3 km from Berlin city centre at Europaplatz 1, 10557 Berlin, Germany.
Berlin HbfEuropaplatz 1, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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 · £1
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.
Berlin-CharlottenburgBerlin-Charlottenburg, Stuttgarter Platz 36, 10627 Berlin
City-centre transport
Getting to Berlin-Charlottenburg from Berlin city centre
Berlin-Charlottenburg is 7 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS3, S7, S5, S9, S75 · 10m · £3 · every ~45 min
S9, S75, S7, S5, S3 · 15m · £3 · every ~45 min
Berlin-Charlottenburg train station facilities and services
Berlin-Charlottenburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Haus der 100 Biere, Ach!NikO!Ach!, Ristorante Salve, Mommsen-Eck
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin-Charlottenburg. ATMs are available at Berlin-Charlottenburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin-Charlottenburg. Information desks are available at Berlin-Charlottenburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin-Charlottenburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin-Charlottenburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin-Charlottenburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin-Charlottenburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Orion, Come Inn Berlin Kurfürstendamm Opera, Ku’ Damm 101 Design-Hotel Berlin, EnergieHotel.
Berlin WannseeBerlin-Wannsee, Kronprinzessinnenweg 250, 14109 Berlin
City-centre transport
Getting to Berlin Wannsee from Berlin city centre
Berlin Wannsee is 19 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS7 · 25m · £4 · every ~14 min
S7 · 26m · £3 · every ~14 min
BusN1361, N1327 · 10m · £1
Berlin Wannsee train station facilities and services
Berlin Wannsee has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Fook Lam Mun, Schützen-Wirtin, Loretta am Wannsee, Lorettas Almhütte
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Wannsee. ATMs are available at Berlin Wannsee.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Wannsee. Information desks are available at Berlin Wannsee.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Wannsee. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Wannsee: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Wannsee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Wannsee.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Bonverde am Wannsee.
Which Köthen station do trains from Berlin arrive at?
Trains from Berlin to Köthen arrive at Köthen. Köthen is 1 km from Köthen city centre.
KöthenKöthen, Bahnhofsplatz 8/9, 06366 Köthen
City-centre transport
Getting to Köthen from Köthen city centre
Köthen is 1 km from Köthen city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS7, Re9, Re8 · 54m · £32 · every ~5 min
Köthen train station facilities and services
Köthen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Orig. Thüringer Rostbratwurstgrill, Zur Fliegerecke, Schwarzes Ross, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köthen. ATMs are available at Köthen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köthen. Information desks are available at Köthen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köthen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köthen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köthen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köthen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel "Stadt Köthen" GmbH & Co. KG, Hotel Anhalt.
Train stations for Berlin to Köthen
Check train stations information for Berlin and Köthen, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Berlin that goes to Köthen is Berlin Hbf, and it arrives at Köthen.
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