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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cologne/Bonn Airport | Bologna | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 4:57 PM CET.
Get from Cologne to Bologna
The journey takes about 18 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 002, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Bologna?
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 Bologna
- A
Bologna
- BPiazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
- C
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy - D
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy - E
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21, 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO, Italy - F
Area di Servizio Cantagallo
km. 198, Autostrada del Sole, , 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO,, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Bologna 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 Bologna?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Bologna start at R 1 002. The average price for this route is around R 1 562. 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 Bologna?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Bologna is 18h 35m, covering a distance of 776 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Bologna route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Bologna?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Bologna at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Bologna?
A bus trip from Cologne to Bologna produces an estimated 19 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 Bologna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1057 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Bologna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, 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 Bologna was searched and found on 05 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 391To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Bologna as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 391 to R 2 948 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 220, which is on 2025-12-08.
