Cologne to Berlin train
Book a train ticket Cologne - Berlin
Book a train ticket Cologne - Berlin
Train timetable info Cologne-Berlin
| Number routes per day | 33 |
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| Average route time | 5h 07m |
| Shortest route time | 4h 30m |
| First hour of departure | 0h 21m |
| Last hour of departure | 22h 43m |
| Timetables for tomorrow | See |
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Price of a Cologne – Berlin Train Ticket
Depending on the dates of your train from Cologne to Berlin, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Cologne to Berlin, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.
Promotional Fare for Cologne – Berlin
Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.
Last-minute Cologne – Berlin Train
Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Cologne to Berlin. For last-minute train tickets from Cologne to Berlin, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.
Direct train from Cologne to Berlin and alternative routes
On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Berlin on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.
Companies serving Cologne - Berlin
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Travel from Cologne to Berlin 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.
DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation
Thanks to the partnership between SNCF and Deutsche Bahn you can discover Germany's varied scenery whether you're on a weekend break, a holiday or a business trip. Enjoy easy, top-speed travel between Cologne and Berlin! Enjoy the à la carte menu and log into free Wi-Fi throughout your journey.
Classes of rail companies serving Cologne - Berlin
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Travel from Cologne to Berlin 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 Cologne - Berlin guarantees a comfortable journey across Germany and its neighbouring countries.
DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation
To travel from Cologne to Berlin, hop on a DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation train and enjoy the comfort of one of two classes.
2nd Class
- Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket.
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
- Reading light and small table
- Trilingual staff
- Access to the buffet car
1st Class
- Wider, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
- Reading light and small table
- Trilingual staff
- Access to the buffet car
- Access to Grand Voyageur station lounges
All on-board services provided by companies operating Cologne - Berlin
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.
DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation
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Book your tickets early
Book up to 6 months in advance
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My luggage
Your luggage must be visibly labelled. Are considered as hand luggage: skis, strollers, wheelchairs, nautical boards (cover of 1.30 m x 0.90 m maximum).
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Stay connected
Free wifi and electrical outlets are available on board.
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Best prices
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My animals
Small animals (in a container of 45 x 30 x 25 cm maximum) and dogs accompanying persons with disabilities travel for free. (2)
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My bike
The transportation of foldes bikes or if the wheels are disassembled (contained in a cover of 1.30 m x 0.90 m maximum) is free.
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Catering on board
Bar car with TGV INOUI and restaurant / bistro car with ICE. Order online in TGV INOUI trains
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Family space and nursery
Family areas and nursery area with ICE
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Franco-German services
Franco-German crew
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Paris Metro ticket
Paris metro ticket sales
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Disabled accessibility
Accessible to people with reduced mobility. Seats are reserved for travelers in wheelchairs
Train timetables Cologne-Berlin Tuesday 16 June 2026
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Carrier | |
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| 0h 21m | 7h 58m | 7h 37m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 4h 02m | 9h 10m | 5h 08m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 5h 26m | 10h 12m | 4h 46m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 5h 43m | 10h 40m | 4h 57m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 6h 25m | 11h 10m | 4h 45m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 6h 45m | 11h 45m | 5h 00m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 7h 26m | 12h 12m | 4h 46m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 7h 46m | 12h 40m | 4h 54m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 8h 25m | 13h 10m | 4h 45m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 9h 26m | 14h 12m | 4h 46m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 9h 46m | 14h 40m | 4h 54m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 10h 24m | 15h 10m | 4h 46m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 10h 45m | 15h 45m | 5h 00m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 11h 28m | 16h 12m | 4h 44m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 11h 38m | 16h 40m | 5h 02m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 11h 45m | 16h 46m | 5h 01m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 12h 26m | 17h 10m | 4h 44m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 13h 27m | 17h 57m | 4h 30m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 13h 34m | 18h 43m | 5h 09m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 13h 45m | 18h 48m | 5h 03m | Deutsche Bahn (DB), DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation | |
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| 14h 26m | 19h 12m | 4h 46m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 14h 45m | 19h 48m | 5h 03m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 15h 28m | 20h 13m | 4h 45m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 15h 36m | 20h 47m | 5h 11m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 15h 45m | 20h 46m | 5h 01m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 16h 26m | 21h 10m | 4h 44m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 17h 24m | 22h 13m | 4h 49m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 17h 45m | 22h 46m | 5h 01m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 18h 25m | 22h 57m | 4h 32m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 19h 27m | 0h 08m | 4h 41m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 19h 45m | 1h 39m | 5h 54m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 22h 43m | 5h 37m | 6h 54m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 22h 43m | 5h 38m | 6h 55m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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