Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Katowice on October 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:00pm	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	19h 10m	4:10pm	Katowice Sądowa	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	1:10am	Bensberg Busbahnhof	14h 55m	4:05pm	Katowice Sądowa	Fastest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	4:00pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	18h 20m	10:20am	Katowice Sądowa	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus		8:14am	Hbf	16h 36m	12:50am	Katowice Sądowa	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:10am	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	19h 25m	10:35pm	Katowice Sądowa	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus		4:14pm	Hbf	14h 56m	7:10am	Katowice Sądowa	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:50am	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	16h	12:50am	Katowice Sądowa	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:05pm	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	18h 20m	6:25am	Katowice Sądowa	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:37 PM CEST.

Get from Cologne to Katowice

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 18 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

18h 5mAverage Duration

524 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Cologne and Katowice

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

Stops in Katowice

A
Katowice Airport KTW
DW913, 42-625 Pyrzowice, Poland
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B
Dworzec autobusowy Sądowa
3 ulica Sadowa, 40-078 Katowice, Poland
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C
Katowice Dworzec Autobusowy
Skargi, 8, Katowice, Poland
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D
Pyrzowice Airport
Matuszek / Airport Bus Service, Unnamed Road, 42-625 Pyrzowice, Poland
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E
Katowice Andrzeja przystanek autobusowy
Andrzeja 12, Katowice, Poland
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F
Oddziałów Młodzieży Powstańczej 4
plac Oddziałów Młodzieży Powstańczej 4-5, 40-061 Katowice, Poland

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/516,309 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.

Sindbad

3.6/51,407 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.7

PL bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Deutsche Bahn, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Ecolines

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Katowice 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 Cologne to Katowice?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Katowice start from $59. The average price for this route is around $89. 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 Cologne to Katowice?
The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Katowice is 18h 5m, covering a distance of 524 miles (845 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Katowice route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Sindbad.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Katowice?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Katowice at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Katowice?
A bus trip from Cologne to Katowice generates an estimated 21.111949999999997 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 Cologne to Katowice?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Sindbad, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 1399 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Katowice?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cologne to Katowice?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Katowice?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Sindbad, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

10/17

$88

10/18

$98

Today

$76

10/20

$67

10/21

No data

10/22

$103

10/23

No data

10/24

No data

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Katowice was searched and found on Oct 20, 2026 with a price of $67

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

You can expect to pay from $67 to $169 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Katowice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $67 which is on 2026-10-20.