The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Berlin Hbf
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
4 h 43 m
Average duration
5 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
468 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Berlin Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Berlin Hbf will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
To travel from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Berlin Hbf you need to make at least one change.
ICE 827 · ICE 1088 · ICE 876
ICE 827 · ICE 898
S 19 · RE 26803 · ICE 2573
S 19 · ICE 521 · ICE 898
S 19 · ICE 553
S 19 · ICE 553
S 19 · RE 26803 · ICE 2573
ICE 827 · ICE 1088 · ICE 876
S 19 · ICE 521 · ICE 898
ICE 827 · ICE 898Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Berlin Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Berlin Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £46.
Distance: 468 km
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5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Berlin Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Berlin Hbf trains for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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S 19 · ICE 553 | On time 05:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 4h43 | 10:06 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 89711 · ICE 826 · ICE 2575 | On time 05:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 5h28 | 11:16 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE 89715 · ICE 206 · ICE 2577 | On time 07:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 5h28 | 13:16 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Berlin Hbf
Trains from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Berlin Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:38, the last at 20:32. The fastest train covers the 468 km distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 468 km |
Average train duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 01:38 |
Last train 20:32 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Berlin Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne/Bonn Flughafen and Berlin Hbf from £14. 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.
FAQs: Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Berlin Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Berlin Hbf 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 Berlin Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne/Bonn Flughafen and Berlin Hbf
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
- 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.
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