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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Autobusni kolodvor | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Autobusni kolodvor | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Autobusni kolodvor | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Autobusni kolodvor | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Autobusni kolodvor | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Zagreb
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zagreb. The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 396, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Zagreb?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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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 Zagreb
- AAvenija Marina Držića 4, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
- BGlavni kolodvor, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
- C
Zagreb
Kaptol ul. 3, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia - D
Zagreb Airport
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Zagreb 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 Zagreb?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Zagreb start at R 1 141. The average price for this route is around R 1 597. 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 Zagreb?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Zagreb is 17h 40m, covering a distance of 865 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Zagreb route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Zagreb?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Zagreb at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Zagreb?
A bus trip from Cologne to Zagreb produces an estimated 22 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 Zagreb?
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 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Zagreb?
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 Zagreb?
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 Zagreb?
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 Zagreb was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 301To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Zagreb as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 301 to R 3 017 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Zagreb based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 301, which is on 2025-12-19.
