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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rome Fiumicino Airport | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rome Fiumicino Airport | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA) | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA) | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rome Anagnina | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | No tags |
Get from Rome to Cologne
The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours, and with fares starting at just $94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rome and Cologne?
Stops in Rome
- ALargo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
- D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy - E
Roma
- F
Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, Italy
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Cologne start from $94. The average price for this route is around $116. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Rome to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Rome to Cologne is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1099 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Rome to Cologne route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rome to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Rome to Cologne at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Cologne?
A bus trip from Rome to Cologne generates an estimated 27 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rome to Cologne?
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 1067 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rome to Cologne?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rome to Cologne?
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.
The cheapest trip from Rome to Cologne was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $106To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rome to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $106 to $164 for a bus ticket from Rome to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $123 which is on 2026-02-01.
