How much does a bus ticket from Malmö to Cologne cost?

The bus ticket price from Malmö to Cologne starts at R 843. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Malmö 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!

How long is the bus ride from Malmö to Cologne?

The average travel time between Malmö and Cologne is around 19h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 18h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 658 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Malmö and Cologne?

The number of buses from Malmö to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Malmö to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Malmö to Cologne?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Malmö to Cologne?

Buses travelling between Malmö and Cologne leave from Centralstation or Norra Vallgatan and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

Bus Malmö to Cologne from R 1 347 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Malmö to Cologne on 16 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	21:55	Centralstation	15h 44m	13:39	Hbf	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	21:55	Centralstation	15h 18m	13:13	Cologne	Fastest
	08:10	Centralstation	17h 25m	01:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	20:30	Centralstation	19h 35m	16:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	13:35	Centralstation	18h	07:35	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
	20:30	Centralstation	18h	14:30	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Malmö 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 10 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 749, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

10h 41mAverage duration

656 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 843 - R 1 205	Average duration19h 20m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 749 - R 2 017	Average duration10h 41m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 280 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11280 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 843

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Where are the popular stops in Malmö and Cologne?

Stops in Malmö

A - Centralstation

B - Norra Vallgatan

C - Malmö Airport

D - Jörgen Kocksgatan

E - Norra Hamnen

F - Oresundsterminalen

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Malmö to Cologne by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Malmö to Cologne cost?
The bus ticket price from Malmö to Cologne starts at R 843. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Malmö 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!
How long is the bus ride from Malmö to Cologne?
The average travel time between Malmö and Cologne is around 19h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 18h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 658 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Malmö and Cologne?
The number of buses from Malmö to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Malmö to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Malmö to Cologne?
When taking the bus from Malmö to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Malmö to Cologne?
Buses travelling between Malmö and Cologne leave from Centralstation or Norra Vallgatan and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

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R 1 347

The cheapest trip from Malmö to Cologne was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 347

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 347 to R 1 901 for a bus ticket from Malmö to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 347, which is on 2025-11-16.