Bus from Cologne to Rome: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cologne to Rome on January 20
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Rome Fiumicino AirportNo tags
FlixBusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Rome AnagninaNo tags
FlixBusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)No tags
FlixBusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)No tags
FlixBusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Rome Fiumicino AirportNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Rome

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Rome. The journey takes about 15 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
15h 30mAverage Duration
1091 kmDistance
46kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$86 - $440Average Duration1d 1h
27kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$160 - $160Average Duration15h 30m
46kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Rome 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 Rome?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Rome start from $86. The average price for this route is around $144. 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 Rome?

    The average bus travel time from Cologne to Rome is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1099 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 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 Rome?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Rome at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Cologne to Rome generates an estimated 27 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 Rome?

    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 1066 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

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

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

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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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01-19
$102
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$90
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Rome was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $90

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

You can expect to pay from $90 to $186 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Rome based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $90 which is on 2026-01-24.

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