How much is the bus ticket from Grenoble to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Grenoble to Cologne start at R 968. The average price for this route is around R 1 344. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Grenoble to Cologne?

The average bus journey time from Grenoble to Cologne is 17h 15m, covering a distance of 642 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Grenoble to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grenoble to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Grenoble to Cologne at 00:50. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grenoble to Cologne?

A bus trip from Grenoble to Cologne produces an estimated 16 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 Grenoble to Cologne?

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 11357 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grenoble to Cologne?

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 Grenoble to Cologne?

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 Grenoble to Cologne?

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.

Bus Grenoble to Cologne from R 901 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Grenoble to Cologne on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:45	Gare de Grenoble	16h 55m	17:40	Cologne CGN Airport (train station)	No tags
Bus	23:55	Condillac-Universités	17h 30m	17:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	23:55	Condillac-Universités	18h 10m	18:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	00:45	Gare de Grenoble	16h 55m	17:40	Cologne CGN Airport (train station)	No tags
Bus	00:45	Gare de Grenoble	16h 55m	17:40	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Grenoble to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 7 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 768, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

7h 28mAverage duration

647 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 968 - R 3 492	Average duration17h 15m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 768 - R 5 016	Average duration7h 28m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Grenoble and Cologne?

Stops in Grenoble

A
Condillac-Universités
1408-1430 Rue des Résidences, 38400 Saint-Martin-d'Hères, France
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B
Gare de Grenoble
Gare Routière de Grenoble, Quais 1 et 2, 1222 Rue Emile Gueymard, 38000 Grenoble, France
Map
C
Grenoble
73 Rue Général Mangin, 38100 Grenoble, France
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Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page Map
C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page Map
D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
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E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
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F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 049 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 373 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Grenoble to Cologne 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 Grenoble to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Grenoble to Cologne start at R 968. The average price for this route is around R 1 344. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Grenoble to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Grenoble to Cologne is 17h 15m, covering a distance of 642 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Grenoble to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grenoble to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Grenoble to Cologne at 00:50. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grenoble to Cologne?
A bus trip from Grenoble to Cologne produces an estimated 16 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 Grenoble to Cologne?
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 11357 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grenoble to Cologne?
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 Grenoble to Cologne?
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 Grenoble to Cologne?
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.

Best price found

12/01

R 919

13/01

R 921

Today

R 921

15/01

R 916

16/01

No data

17/01

R 1 016

18/01

No data

19/01

R 1 173

The cheapest trip from Grenoble to Cologne was searched and found on 15 Jan 2026 with a price of R 916

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

You can expect to pay from R 916 to R 1 173 for a bus ticket from Grenoble to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 916, which is on 2026-01-15.