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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€110
Fastest journey
4 h 37 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
478 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Cologne Hbf will cost around €110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 38 trains that leave Berlin for Cologne Hbf on Fri, Jul 24, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct trains cover the 478 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 37 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest trains will take 4 h 48 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.
ICE 154011:51 PM6h22Berlin Hbf6:13 AMCologne Hbf€301One-way0 transfers- ICE 646 · ICE 6564:28 AM5h06Berlin Hbf9:34 AMCologne Hbf€301One-way1 transfer
FlixTrain12:40 PM5h03Berlin Hbf5:43 PMCologne Hbf€501One-way0 transfers- FlixTrain12:22 PM5h21Berlin Südkreuz station5:43 PMCologne Hbf€501One-way0 transfers
- ICE 646 · 174094:28 AM5h10Berlin Hbf9:38 AMCologne Hbf€501One-way1 transfer
- ICE 9565:35 AM4h37Berlin Hbf10:12 AMCologne Hbf€661One-way0 transfers
- ICE 8427:47 PM4h46Berlin Hbf12:33 AMCologne Hbf€1001One-way0 transfers
- ICE 8445:47 PM4h46Berlin Hbf10:33 PMCologne Hbf€1741One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5426:47 PM4h48Berlin Hbf11:35 PMCologne Hbf€901One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5462:47 PM4h48Berlin Hbf7:35 PMCologne Hbf€1501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Berlin to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €81.
Distance: 478 km
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Live departures
Berlin to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1540 | On time 11:51 PM Berlin Hbf | 6h22 | 6:13 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 24 | |||||
| ICE 646 · ICE 656 | On time 4:28 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h06 | 9:34 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 646 · 17409 | On time 4:28 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h10 | 9:38 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 956 | On time 5:35 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h37 | 10:12 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 240 · 28513 | On time 6:14 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h15 | 11:29 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 644 · 17413 | On time 6:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h51 | 11:38 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 654 · 17335 | 7:04 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h29 | 12:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 944 · 17415 | On time 7:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h51 | 12:38 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 148 · 28517 | On time 8:16 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h13 | 1:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 8:28 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 5h13 | 1:41 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 8:39 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h02 | 1:41 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 642 · 17417 | On time 8:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h51 | 1:38 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 652 · 17343 | On time 9:04 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h29 | 2:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 942 · 17419 | On time 9:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h51 | 2:38 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 146 · ICE 1033 | On time 10:16 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h58 | 3:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 640 · 17421 | On time 10:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h51 | 3:38 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 650 · 17351 | On time 11:04 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h29 | 4:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 940 · IC 2508 | On time 11:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h58 | 4:45 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 144 · ICE 2311 | On time 12:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h01 | 5:17 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 12:22 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 5h21 | 5:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 12:40 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h03 | 5:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 548 · 17425 | On time 12:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h51 | 5:38 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 558 · 17359 | On time 1:04 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h29 | 6:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 848 · 17427 | On time 1:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h51 | 6:38 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 142 · ICE 1037 | On time 2:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h59 | 7:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 546 | On time 2:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h48 | 7:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 556 · 17367 | On time 3:04 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h29 | 8:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 846 · 17431 | On time 3:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h51 | 8:38 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 140 · ICE 2215 | On time 4:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h01 | 9:17 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 4:28 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 5h12 | 9:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 4:39 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h01 | 9:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 544 | On time 4:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h48 | 9:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 554 | On time 5:04 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h52 | 9:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 844 | On time 5:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h46 | 10:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 542 | On time 6:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h48 | 11:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 842 | On time 7:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h46 | 12:33 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Cologne Hbf
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Trains from Berlin to Cologne Hbf run on average 20 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:23, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 478 km distance in 4h 46m.
Distance 478 km |
Average train duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 4h 46m |
First train 2:23 AM |
Last train 10:52 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Berlin to Cologne Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Berlin and Cologne Hbf from €18. 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: Trains from Berlin to Cologne Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Cologne 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 Cologne Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berlin to Cologne Hbf
Most Berlin to Cologne Hbf trains use the Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Cologne Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Berlin Spandau from Berlin city centre
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau train station facilities and services
Berlin Spandau 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: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Getting to Berlin Südkreuz from Berlin city centre
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz train station facilities and services
Berlin Südkreuz 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: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf 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: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
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