Next available departures

Next departures for Budapest to Cologne on September 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	2:40pm	Kelenföld	18h 25m	9:05am	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	1:35pm	Kelenföld	16h 45m	6:20am	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		5:10pm	Budapest Airport (BUD)	20h 32m	1:42pm	Hbf	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:35am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	20h	3:35am	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain		8:45pm	Budapest Airport (BUD)	20h 58m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:40pm	Budapest Airport (BUD)	17h 40m	6:20am	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:10pm	Budapest Airport (BUD)	18h 35m	11:45am	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain		6:30pm	Könyves Kálmán	19h 12m	1:42pm	Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:32 PM CEST.

Get from Budapest to Cologne

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 19 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 84,020, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37bus per day

19h 30mAverage Duration

592 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Budapest and Cologne

Stops in Budapest

A
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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B
Budapest Airport
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C
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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D
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
E
Könyves Kálmán
Könyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
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F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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Stops in Cologne

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

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FlixBus

3.5/515,902 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

RegioJet

4.1/51,113 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/512,906 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Deutsche Bahn, KLR Bus, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Euroclub

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Budapest to Cologne by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Cologne start from ARS 84,020. The average price for this route is around ARS 138,142. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Budapest to Cologne is 19h 30m, covering a distance of 592 miles (955 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Budapest to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Budapest to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Cologne at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Cologne?
A bus trip from Budapest to Cologne generates an estimated 23.8578 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Budapest to Cologne?
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 1112 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Budapest to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Budapest to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler 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.

Best price found

09/25

No data

09/26

ARS 142,925

Today

ARS 178,793

09/28

ARS 94,663

09/29

ARS 93,163

09/30

No data

10/01

ARS 101,149

10/02

No data

The cheapest trip from Budapest to Cologne was searched and found on Sep 29, 2026 with a price of ARS 93,163

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

You can expect to pay from ARS 93,163 to ARS 324,780 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 93,163 which is on 2026-09-29.