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TodayApr 27
from US$105
TomorrowApr 28
from US$94
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: CGN Airport
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Estación Sur
    Operated by: BlaBlaBusBlaBlaBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$105
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Madrid (South)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$112
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$127
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Madrid (South)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$116
Bus Cologne to Madrid: Trip Overview

Bus Cologne to Madrid: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$106
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 4h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure12:05 AM
Distance1420 km
Latest bus departure11:50 PM

Cologne to Madrid Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses5
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:05AM - 11:50PM
Minimum PriceUS$69
Average Ticket PriceUS$106
Minimum Trip Duration23h5m
Average Bus Trip Duration1d4h
Distance1420 km
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus, BlaBlaBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Madrid

The average bus ticket price from Cologne to Madrid is US$106. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Madrid is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Cologne and Madrid is around 1d 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 23h 5m.This is the time it takes to travel the 1432 km that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Cologne to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Madrid by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Cologne to Madrid, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaBus.

Buses travelling between Cologne and Madrid leave from Cologne Airport or Hbf and arrive at Madrid Airport, Estación Sur, Avenida de América Metro.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04-25
US$89
04-26
US$101
Today
US$95
04-28
US$90
04-29
US$76
04-30
No data
05-01
US$82
05-02
US$84
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Madrid was searched and found on Apr 29, 2024 with a price of US$76

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

You can expect to pay from US$76 to US$164 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$76 which is on 2024-04-29.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cologne and Madrid!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cologne to Madrid, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cologne to Madrid.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Cologne to Madrid.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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Train from Cologne to Madrid

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