How far is Braunschweig from Cologne?

The distance between Braunschweig and Cologne is approximately 289 km (179 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Braunschweig to Cologne?

Buses departing from Braunschweig (Hbf) in Braunschweig will take you to Cologne/Bonn Airport in Cologne.

Bus Braunschweig to Cologne from $44 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Braunschweig to Cologne on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:25pm	Braunschweig (Hbf)	7h 20m	8:45pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Braunschweig (Hbf)	9h 20m	11:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	5:25pm	Braunschweig (Hbf)	9h 30m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Braunschweig (Hbf)	10h 5m	7:35am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Braunschweig (Hbf)	10h 40m	8:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Braunschweig to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

3h 40mAverage Duration

289 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$49 - $59	Average Duration9h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$30 - $259	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$41 - $47	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11360 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $49

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Where are the popular stops in Braunschweig and Cologne?

Stops in Braunschweig

A - Braunschweig (Hbf)

B - Berliner Pl

C - Braunschweig

D - Zentral Omnibus - Braunschweig

E - Fermata dell'autobus Braunschweig

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Braunschweig to Cologne by bus

How far is Braunschweig from Cologne?
The distance between Braunschweig and Cologne is approximately 289 km (179 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Braunschweig to Cologne?
Buses departing from Braunschweig (Hbf) in Braunschweig will take you to Cologne/Bonn Airport in Cologne.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Braunschweig to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $47

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Braunschweig to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $47 to $48 for a bus ticket from Braunschweig to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2025-11-21.