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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Cologne/Bonn Airport | Barcelona Nord | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:42 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Barcelona
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 1 day, 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 680, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 680 - R 2 988 | Average duration1d | 29kg CO₂e | ||
Train | Average priceR 6 311 - R 6 378 | Average duration12h 45m | 27kg CO₂e | |
Carpool | Average priceR 1 226 - R 2 472 | Average duration14h 40m | 47kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Barcelona?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Barcelona
- ACarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- C
Barcelona Airport
- D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain - EPasseig de Gràcia, 36, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
- F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Barcelona by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Barcelona?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Barcelona start at R 680. The average price for this route is around R 1 307. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Barcelona?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Barcelona is 1d , covering a distance of 1146 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 18h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Barcelona route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Barcelona?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Barcelona at 00:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Barcelona?
A bus trip from Cologne to Barcelona produces an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Cologne to Barcelona?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11385 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Barcelona?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Barcelona was searched and found on 09 Feb 2026 with a price of R 764To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Barcelona as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 764 to R 2 193 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 764, which is on 2026-02-09.
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.
