Berlin to Cologne train
Book a train ticket from Berlin to Cologne
Book a train ticket from Berlin to Cologne
Information about the Berlin to Cologne train
| Number routes per day | 56 |
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| Average route time | 5h 53m |
| Shortest route time | 4h 54m |
| First hour of departure | 0h 15m |
| Last hour of departure | 23h 24m |
| Timetables for tomorrow | See |
Cheap train tickets from Berlin to Cologne
How much does a train ticket from Berlin to Cologne cost?
How long does a journey on a train from Berlin to Cologne take?
How long does the fastest train take to travel from Berlin to Cologne?
How many trains run from Berlin to Cologne each day?
Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Berlin and Cologne?
What is the distance between Berlin and Cologne by train?
What time is the first train from Berlin to Cologne?
What time is the last train from Berlin to Cologne?
To leave Berlin, which station(s) can I depart from?
At Cologne, which station(s) will I arrive at?
Which train companies operate trains from Berlin to Cologne?
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Cologne?
Price of a Berlin – Cologne Train Ticket
On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Cologne: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Berlin to Cologne at the lowest fare.
Promotional Fare for Berlin – Cologne
Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Berlin to Cologne? Keep an eye out all year round. The latest deals and flash sales are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect Promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter in your customer account to stay informed about upcoming offers and enjoy our low prices. If you have the app, remember to enable notifications, as well.
Last-minute Berlin – Cologne Train
The best way to pay less for your Berlin to Cologne train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Berlin to Cologne, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.
Direct train from Berlin to Cologne and alternative routes
For your journey to Cologne, if a direct train is available from Berlin, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.
Which companies operate the train from Berlin to Cologne?
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Travel from Berlin to Cologne on board Deutsche Bahn (DB) trains and enjoy a reliable and comfortable journey. Deutsche Bahn is Germany’s national rail operator and offers an extensive rail network covering the entire country, allowing you to travel efficiently between cities. It operates high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.
What travel classes are available on the Berlin to Cologne train?
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Travel from Berlin to Cologne by train with Deutsche Bahn. Depending on your journey and the train selected, travel in 1st or 2nd class on high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, national InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) services, or the regional network. The latter includes InterRegio-Express (IRE) for fast interregional connections, Regional-Express (RE) for direct routes between cities, and Regionalbahn (RB) for stopping services to all local stations. Your Deutsche Bahn ticket Berlin - Cologne guarantees a comfortable journey across Germany and its neighbouring countries.
What on-board services are available on the Berlin to Cologne train?
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
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Stay connected while you travel
Stay connected throughout your journey with free, unlimited WiFi available on most ICE and IC trains. In 1st class, throughput is optimized for professional uses such as videoconferencing or VPN connections.
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Enjoy the peace and quiet
To work or relax in complete peace, opt for the quiet zones. These areas are designed to minimize noise pollution: phone calls, loud music and ringtones are not allowed.
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Grab a bite or drink during your trip
Enjoy a meal or snack in the dining cars or bistros available on long-distance trains. A varied menu features hot dishes, snacks and drinks.
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Recharge your electronic devices
Recharge your devices easily: outlets are available at every seat in 2nd class, and up to two outlets for every three seats in 1st class. Ideal for staying productive or entertained throughout the journey.
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Carry your luggage with ease
Each passenger can take one item of hand luggage and one additional item of luggage free of charge. Large items of luggage can be stowed in the racks at the entrance or between the seats, medium-sized items above, and small items under your seat. Recommended dimensions are 70 × 50 × 30 cm. Well stowed folding strollers, mobility aids, scooters and folding bicycles are also permitted. Luggage must not inconvenience other passengers or block exits.
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Take your bicycle everywhere
Conventional bicycles are accepted on ICE, IC and EC trains with a bicycle ticket and mandatory booking. Folding bicycles and children's bicycles can be carried free of charge as hand luggage. Tandems and tricycles are allowed on certain trains with a booking at an agency. In the regions, a bicycle ticket is required but without a seat booking.
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Travel with your pet
Small animals travel free of charge in a closed container placed under your seat or in the luggage racks. Large dogs must have a ticket (50% of the adult fare), be muzzled and kept on a leash. Guide and assistance dogs travel free of charge, without a ticket or muzzle.
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Enjoy seat service in 1st class
In 1st class, relax: your meal is served directly to your seat. Enjoy attentive service and a gourmet selection without having to go anywhere.
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Access Deutsche Bahn lounges
Passengers with a flexible 1st class ticket enjoy access to DB Lounges at several major stations. These lounges offer a quiet space with drinks, WiFi and digital press to wait comfortably before departure.
Which stations does the train from Berlin to Cologne depart from and arrive at?
Berlin Hbf
Located on the banks of the Spree since 2006, Berlin's central station, also known as Berlin Hauptbahnhof (Hbf), is a model of modernity and the largest station in Europe by size. With trains passing through to all parts of Germany, as well as to France, Denmark, Poland and Austria, Berlin is also a lively, unmissable capital that visitors can easily explore thanks to its many local lines. Set off to discover the German capital by train.
How do I get to Berlin Hauptbahnhof station?
Although very large, Berlin is easy to get around thanks to its S-Bahn (suburban trains) and U-Bahn (underground) lines. You can quickly reach the station on foot from sights such as the Brandenburg Gate or the Reichstag. From elsewhere, take lines U5, S3, S5, S7 and S9, which all lead to the station.
What are the main destinations from Berlin Hauptbahnhof station?
From Berlin Hauptbahnhof, board one of the many trains to reach numerous destinations in Germany and Europe.
What services are available at Berlin Central Station?
Finding your way around Berlin can seem complicated. Fortunately, Berlin Central Station has thought of everything. The tourist office on the first floor of the station lets you plan your trip down to the last detail. The station also has a particularly wide range of shops, with more than 80 outlets where you can eat or buy souvenirs. Passengers can enjoy free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. Everything you need is there to discover Berlin in the best possible conditions.
Köln Hbf
Cologne Central Station (Köln Hauptbahnhof) offers many destinations in Germany and Europe. Close to the city centre and just a few metres from Cologne Cathedral, the station is an excellent starting point for visiting Cologne.
How do I get to Cologne Central Station (Köln Hauptbahnhof)?
Once there, the old town and the views over the Rhine are just some of the sights you can discover on foot, by underground (U-Bahn) or by suburban train (S-Bahn). Köln Hbf station, which is very centrally located, is easy to reach using these means of transport. A train links the station and the airport, with a journey time of around twenty minutes.
What are the main destinations from Cologne Central Station (Köln Hauptbahnhof)?
Cologne Central Station is the starting point or a stop on many domestic and international routes. From Köln Hbf, you can travel to many German cities, as well as to the Netherlands, Switzerland or France. In particular, the Eurostar service (formerly Thalys) links Cologne to Paris Gare du Nord. This direct journey takes just 3 hours 30 minutes, with a stop in Brussels among others.
Berlin to Cologne train schedule for Friday 6 November 2026
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| 0h 15m | 7h 57m | 7h 42m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 5h 35m | 11h 14m | 5h 39m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 5h 41m | 11h 14m | 5h 33m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 5h 41m | 11h 40m | 5h 59m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 5h 58m | 12h 04m | 6h 06m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 6h 39m | 12h 14m | 5h 35m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 6h 43m | 12h 14m | 5h 31m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 6h 44m | 12h 48m | 6h 04m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 7h 41m | 13h 40m | 5h 59m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 8h 20m | 13h 14m | 4h 54m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 8h 38m | 14h 14m | 5h 36m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 9h 13m | 14h 14m | 5h 01m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 9h 35m | 15h 14m | 5h 39m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 9h 37m | 15h 14m | 5h 37m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 9h 43m | 15h 40m | 5h 57m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 9h 46m | 15h 43m | 5h 57m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 10h 01m | 16h 04m | 6h 03m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 10h 39m | 16h 14m | 5h 35m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 11h 13m | 16h 14m | 5h 01m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 11h 35m | 17h 14m | 5h 39m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 11h 42m | 17h 14m | 5h 32m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 11h 43m | 17h 40m | 5h 57m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 11h 46m | 17h 43m | 5h 57m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 11h 55m | 18h 04m | 6h 09m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 12h 39m | 18h 12m | 5h 33m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 13h 13m | 18h 14m | 5h 01m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 13h 32m | 19h 36m | 6h 04m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 13h 34m | 19h 14m | 5h 40m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 13h 41m | 19h 39m | 5h 58m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 13h 42m | 19h 14m | 5h 32m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 13h 46m | 19h 42m | 5h 56m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 14h 03m | 20h 04m | 6h 01m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 14h 38m | 20h 12m | 5h 34m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 15h 13m | 20h 14m | 5h 01m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 15h 32m | 21h 35m | 6h 03m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 15h 35m | 21h 14m | 5h 39m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 15h 41m | 21h 20m | 5h 39m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 15h 42m | 21h 14m | 5h 32m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 15h 46m | 21h 45m | 5h 59m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 15h 55m | 22h 05m | 6h 10m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 16h 38m | 22h 12m | 5h 34m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 16h 38m | 22h 33m | 5h 55m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 17h 13m | 22h 14m | 5h 01m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 17h 41m | 23h 15m | 5h 34m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 17h 46m | 23h 49m | 6h 03m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 18h 34m | 0h 18m | 5h 44m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 18h 34m | 0h 43m | 6h 09m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 19h 13m | 0h 31m | 5h 18m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 19h 41m | 2h 16m | 6h 35m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 20h 19m | 3h 34m | 7h 15m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 21h 35m | 5h 44m | 8h 09m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 23h 19m | 6h 21m | 7h 02m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 23h 24m | 6h 21m | 6h 57m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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