Find coaches from Cologne to Bordeaux

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Next departures from Cologne to Bordeaux on 20 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Bordeaux Halte routière BelcierCheapest
BlaBlaCar Bus
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Bordeaux Halte routière BelcierFastest

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Bordeaux

Bus
Average priceUS$58 - US$180Average duration19h 10m
22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average priceUS$362 - US$387Average duration7h 30m
21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$92 - US$97Average duration10h 40m
37kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Bordeaux

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bordeaux. The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
10h 40mAverage duration
US$92Cheapest ticket
37kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Bordeaux: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$79
Average bus trip duration19h 10m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure01:35
Distance548 miles
Latest bus departure23:55

Cologne to Bordeaux Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Bordeaux from Cologne, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Bordeaux

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

    The distance between Cologne and Bordeaux by coach is approximately 546 miles (880 km).

  2. How can I travel from Cologne to Bordeaux avoiding air travel?

    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 might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
17/10
US$108
18/10
US$75
Today
US$114
20/10
US$65
21/10
US$58
22/10
US$56
23/10
US$64
24/10
US$109
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Bordeaux was searched and found on 22 Oct 2025 with a price of US$56

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

You can expect to pay from US$56 to US$169 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Bordeaux based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$56, which is on 2025-10-22.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cologne to Bordeaux.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 Cologne to Bordeaux.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cologne to Bordeaux.

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

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.

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.

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Bordeaux?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

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