Bus from Cologne to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cologne to Birmingham on 8 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles StreetNo tags
FlixBusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles StreetNo tags
FlixBusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles StreetNo tags
FlixBusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles StreetNo tags
FlixBusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles StreetNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Birmingham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 19 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
19h 55mAverage duration
401 milesDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£78 - £144Average duration19h 55m
16kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£35 - £35Average duration8h 40m
27kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Birmingham

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Birmingham?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Birmingham start from £78. The average price for this route is around £90. 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 journey from Cologne to Birmingham?

    The average bus journey time from Cologne to Birmingham is 19h 55m, covering a distance of 401 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 17h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Birmingham?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Birmingham at 04:05. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.

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

    A bus journey from Cologne to Birmingham produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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