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Next departures from Barcelona to Cologne on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Barcelona Nord
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
Flixbus
Barcelona Nord
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Fastest
BlaBlaCar Bus
Barcelona Nord
Cologne/Bonn AirportNo tags
Flixbus
Barcelona Nord
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
 Barcelona (Airport T2C)
HbfNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Barcelona to Cologne

busbud logoWe recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 12 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just US$197, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
12h 2mAverage duration
1126 kmDistance
27kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$58 - US$323Average duration1d 1h
28kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$197 - US$341Average duration12h 2m
27kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceUS$124 - US$177Average duration16h 50m
47kg CO₂e

Bus Barcelona to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$117
Average bus trip duration1d 1h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure02:20
Distance1121 km
Latest bus departure23:45

Barcelona to Cologne Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Barcelona - Cologne

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Barcelona to Cologne cost?

    The bus ticket price from Barcelona to Cologne starts at US$58. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Barcelona to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Barcelona to Cologne?

    The average travel time between Barcelona and Cologne is around 1d 1h, although the fastest bus will take about 19h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1125 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Barcelona and Cologne?

    The number of buses from Barcelona to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Barcelona to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Barcelona to Cologne?

    When taking the bus from Barcelona to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Barcelona to Cologne?

    Buses travelling between Barcelona and Cologne leave from Estació del Nord de Barcelona or Barcelona Sants and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$156
29/10
US$54
Today
US$59
31/10
US$111
01/11
US$99
02/11
US$156
03/11
US$113
04/11
US$70
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barcelona to Cologne was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$54

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

You can expect to pay from US$54 to US$280 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$70, which is on 2025-11-04.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Barcelona to Cologne, get comfy and count the stars.

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

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Barcelona to Cologne, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Barcelona by bus?

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Train from Barcelona to Cologne

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