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Today12 Aug
from US$76
Tomorrow13 Aug
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Next departures to Cologne

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Bratislava
    Departure location: BTS Airport
    Arrival time: 13 August at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Bratislava
    Departure location: Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
    Arrival time: 13 August at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Bratislava
    Departure location: Hlavná stanica
    Arrival time: 13 August at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Terminál 2
    Operated by: RegioJet + RegioJet
    RegioJet + RegioJet
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Bratislava
    Departure location: Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
    Arrival time: 13 August at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Bratislava
    Departure location: Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
    Arrival time: 13 August at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bratislava to Cologne

Bus
Average priceUS$50 - US$165Average duration17h 15m
20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$26 - US$80Average duration10h 10m
33kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Bratislava to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 10 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
10h 10mAverage duration
US$26Cheapest ticket
33kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bratislava to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$88
Average bus trip duration17h 15m
Number of daily buses35
Earliest bus departure07:15
Distance486 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Bratislava to Cologne Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bratislava - Cologne

  1. What's the distance between Bratislava and Cologne by coach?

    The distance between Bratislava and Cologne by coach is approximately 494 miles (796 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Bratislava to Cologne without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10/08
US$96
11/08
US$79
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US$73
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bratislava to Cologne was searched and found on 12 Aug 2025 with a price of US$73

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Bratislava to Cologne.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bratislava to Cologne will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Bratislava to Cologne while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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.

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