Berlin to Cologne by train, bus, flight, taxi from EUR 25

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Berlin to Cologne Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Taxi	Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver	Minivan 7pax	Any time	+6h 3m	$1,263.14
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	03:20	13:05	$58.14
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	03:40	13:05	$58.14
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	05:20	00:55	$304.68
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	05:55	01:00	$354.31
Flight	Lufthansa	Economy	06:15	17:10	$280.10
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	06:35	10:55	$199.66
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	06:55	08:00	$83.09
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	07:15	08:20	$60.01
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	07:40	17:45	$211.78
Flight	Austrian Airlines	Economy	08:00	22:20	$431.45
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	08:20	09:25	$233.13
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	08:50	09:55	$58.86
Flight	Sundair	Economy	09:10	20:20	$409.70
Flight	SkyUp MT	Economy	09:40	00:55	$204.27
Flight	Lufthansa	Economy	10:00	21:50	$320.21
Flight	SWISS International Airlines	Economy	10:30	19:25	$622.58
Flight	Corendon Airlines	Economy	10:50	23:30	$400.47
Flight	Austrian Airlines	Economy	11:10	17:25	$823.39
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	11:30	01:00	$140.80

How to get from Berlin to Cologne

When you want to get from Berlin to Cologne, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Flight
Bus
Train
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 1,597.14. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 29.40.

How much does it cost to get from Berlin to Cologne?

The cost of the trip from Berlin to Cologne varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is FlixBus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 29.40 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 1,597.14.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Berlin to Cologne:

Bus tickets - USD 28.84 to USD 57.68;
Train tickets - USD 110.74 to USD 134.96;
Plane tickets - USD 134.96 to USD 224.94;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 1,272.34 to USD 1,597.63.

How many trips per day are there between Berlin and Cologne?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Buses start plying the route from 03:20 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:40. There are 6 available bus trips every day.
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 6 trains per day.
Flights from Berlin to Cologne depart during the day - there are approximately 5 departures a day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Berlin to Cologne any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Berlin to Cologne. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 134.96.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Berlin to Cologne

Eurowings, Eurowings, SunExpress

Buses

Taking a bus from Berlin to Cologne is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Berlin to Cologne. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 1,272.34.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

Transportation from Berlin to Cologne

Facts about the transport from Berlin to Cologne

Cheapest Transport	$29
Fastest Transport	1h 5m
Earliest Departure	3:20 AM
Latest Departure	10:40 PM
Departures per day	21
Distance	921 kilometers
Transport Companies	Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Eurowings, Eurowings, FlixBus, FlixTrain, SunExpress

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