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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: May 18 atDeparture city: BerlinDeparture location: Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*Arrival time: May 18 atDestination city: CologneDestination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
- Departure time: May 18 atDeparture city: BerlinDeparture location: Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*Arrival time: May 18 atDestination city: CologneDestination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Operated by: FlixbusVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: May 18 atDeparture city: BerlinDeparture location: Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*Arrival time: May 19 atDestination city: CologneDestination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Operated by: FlixbusVehicle: BusDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Berlin to CologneAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Berlin to Cologne: Trip Overview
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Berlin to Cologne Bus
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The cheapest trip from Berlin to Cologne was searched and found on May 21, 2025 with a price of $23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Berlin to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $102 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-05-21.
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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Berlin to Cologne but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Berlin to Cologne, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Berlin to Cologne will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
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Did you know?
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
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