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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£152
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 34 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
479 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof will cost around £152 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Of the 7 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Berlin Ostbahnhof every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 479 km distance in an average of 5 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 51 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.
FlixTrain8:145h51Cologne Hbf14:05Berlin Ostbahnhof£831One-way0 changes
ICE 153 · ICE 9591 · S313:285h56Cologne Hbf19:24Berlin Ostbahnhof£1411One-way2 changes- 28518 · ICE 629 · ICE 9591 · S313:315h53Cologne Hbf19:24Berlin Ostbahnhof£1441One-way3 changes
- 28514 · ICE 625 · ICE 838 · S311:315h45Cologne Hbf17:16Berlin Ostbahnhof£1441One-way3 changes
- 28510 · ICE 621 · ICE 930 · S39:315h45Cologne Hbf15:16Berlin Ostbahnhof£1441One-way3 changes
- ICE 5458:255h15Cologne Hbf13:40Berlin Ostbahnhof£2031One-way0 changes
- ICE 54710:245h16Cologne Hbf15:40Berlin Ostbahnhof£2031One-way0 changes
- 28514 · ICE 625 · ICE 838 · S311:315h45Cologne Hbf17:16Berlin Ostbahnhof£1441One-way3 changes
- 28510 · ICE 621 · ICE 930 · S39:315h45Cologne Hbf15:16Berlin Ostbahnhof£1441One-way3 changes
- FlixTrain8:145h51Cologne Hbf14:05Berlin Ostbahnhof£831One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof 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 10m. 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: 479 km
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Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof trains for today, Sunday 19 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 60403 · ICE 698 · S42 · S3 | Delayed 21:45 23:42Cologne Hbf | 8h45 | 8:27 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 3 changes | |
| ICE 619 · ICE 698 · S42 · S3 | Delayed 22:33 23:55Cologne Hbf | 8h32 | 8:27 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 3 changes | |
| ICE 619 · ICE 698 · S7 | Delayed 22:33 23:55Cologne Hbf | 8h34 | 8:29 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 changes | |
| Monday 20 April | |||||
| FlixTrain | 8:14 Cologne Hbf | 5h51 | 14:05 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 545 | On time 8:25 Cologne Hbf | 5h15 | 13:40 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 28510 · ICE 621 · ICE 930 · S3 | 9:31 Cologne Hbf | 5h45 | 15:16 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 3 changes | |
| ICE 547 | On time 10:24 Cologne Hbf | 5h16 | 15:40 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 28514 · ICE 625 · ICE 838 · S3 | 11:31 Cologne Hbf | 5h45 | 17:16 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 3 changes | |
| ICE 153 · ICE 9591 · S3 | On time 13:28 Cologne Hbf | 5h56 | 19:24 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 changes | |
| 28518 · ICE 629 · ICE 9591 · S3 | 13:31 Cologne Hbf | 5h53 | 19:24 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof
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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:25, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 479 km distance in 4h 31m.
Distance 479 km |
Average train duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 4h 31m |
First train 3:25 |
Last train 22:54 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Berlin Ostbahnhof from £9. 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.
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Cologne Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof 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 Ostbahnhof, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Hbf and Berlin Ostbahnhof
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
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