Bus Tickets from Paderborn to Cologne

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Next departures for Paderborn to Cologne on October 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Maspernplatz
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBus
Maspernplatz
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBus
Maspernplatz
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBus
Maspernplatz
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBus
Maspernplatz
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Paderborn to Cologne

Bus
Average PriceUS$22 - US$47Average Duration7h 55m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$25 - US$89Average Duration2h 36m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$12 - US$23Average Duration2h
6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Paderborn to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just US$12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day
2hAverage Duration
US$12Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Paderborn to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$34
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 55m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure7:20am
Distance147 km
Latest bus departure11:50pm

Paderborn to Cologne Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Paderborn to Cologne, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Paderborn - Cologne

  1. What is the travel distance from Paderborn to Cologne?

    The distance between Paderborn and Cologne is around 153 km (95 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Paderborn to Cologne?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Maspernplatz, in Paderborn, and end it at Cologne/Bonn Airport, in Cologne.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Paderborn to Cologne was searched and found on Oct 3, 2025 with a price of US$40

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Paderborn to Cologne.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Paderborn to Cologne, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Paderborn to Cologne that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Paderborn to Cologne, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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.

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

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Will you be returning to Paderborn by bus?

Bus from Cologne to Paderborn

You can also go to Cologne by train

Train from Paderborn to Cologne

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