Bus from Bucharest to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Bucharest to Cologne on December 6
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FlixBusBus
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Compare 2 ways to go from Bucharest to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 14hAverage Duration
1580 kmDistance
39kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$113 - $277Average Duration1d 14h
39kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$163 - $163Average Duration23h 20m
67kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bucharest to Cologne by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Bucharest to Cologne?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Bucharest to Cologne start from $113. The average price for this route is around $127. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Bucharest to Cologne?

    The average bus travel time from Bucharest to Cologne is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1580 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Bucharest to Cologne route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bucharest to Cologne?

    The earliest bus departs from Bucharest to Cologne at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucharest to Cologne?

    A bus trip from Bucharest to Cologne generates an estimated 39 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Bucharest to Cologne?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bucharest to Cologne?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bucharest to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bucharest to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$110
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bucharest to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $110

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

You can expect to pay from $110 to $196 for a bus ticket from Bucharest to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $110 which is on 2025-12-07.

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