Bus from Cologne to Bamberg: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cologne to Bamberg on 23 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Bamberg trainCheapest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Bamberg trainFastest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Bamberg trainNo tags
FlixbusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Bamberg trainNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Bamberg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bamberg. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day
3h 50mAverage duration
188 milesDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£23 - £68Average duration6h 10m
8kg CO₂e
Average price£28 - £136Average duration5h 42m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£19 - £40Average duration3h 50m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Bamberg

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 Bamberg?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Bamberg start from £23. The average price for this route is around £31. 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 Bamberg?

    The average bus journey time from Cologne to Bamberg is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 189 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Bamberg at 04:50. And the latest bus departs at 14:55.

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

    A bus journey from Cologne to Bamberg produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Bamberg was searched and found on 22 Jan 2026 with a price of £19

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

You can expect to pay from £19 to £30 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Bamberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2026-01-23.

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