Bus from Cologne to Prague: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cologne to Prague on October 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)
Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Bayern + Ceske Drahy
Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station
Hlavní nádražíFastest
RegioJet
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Terminál 2
FlorencNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
PRG AirportNo tags
Flixbus
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)
PRG AirportNo tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + HLB + DB Regio Bayern + Ceske Drahy
Cologne Messe/Deutz
Hlavní nádražíNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Bayern + Ceske Drahy
Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station
Hlavní nádražíNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
PRG AirportNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:50 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Prague

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Prague. The journey takes about 11 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

38bus per day
11h 55mAverage Duration
526 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$55 - $221Average Duration11h 55m
13kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$59 - $480Average Duration10h 21m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Prague 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 Cologne to Prague?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Prague start from $55. The average price for this route is around $77. 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 Cologne to Prague?

    The average bus travel time from Cologne to Prague is 11h 55m, covering a distance of 526 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 8m and is operated by RegioJet.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 38 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, BlaBlaCar Bus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Prague at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

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

    A bus trip from Cologne to Prague generates an estimated 13.125950000000001 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 Cologne to Prague?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1116 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10-16
$102
10-17
$81
Today
$81
10-19
$71
10-20
$59
10-21
$66
10-22
$59
10-23
$59
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Prague was searched and found on Oct 23, 2026 with a price of $59

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

You can expect to pay from $59 to $249 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Prague based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $59 which is on 2026-10-23.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Prague?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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