Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Katowice on August 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:45am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	15h 20m	4:05pm	Katowice Sądowa	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:48am	Hbf	14h 27m	10:15pm	Katowice Sądowa	Fastest
	4:00pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	18h 20m	10:20am	Katowice Sądowa	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:35pm	Hbf	15h 35m	7:10am	Katowice Sądowa	No tags
	3:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	19h 25m	10:35pm	Katowice Sądowa	No tags
	8:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	16h	12:50am	Katowice Sądowa	No tags
	12:55pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	17h 30m	6:25am	Katowice Sądowa	No tags
	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	18h 25m	10:30am	Katowice Sądowa	No tags

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Get from Cologne to Katowice

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 97,294, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

17h 50mAverage 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

3.5/515,328 reviews

Staff4.1

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

3.6/51,368 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.6

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

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 ARS 97,294. The average price for this route is around ARS 162,750. 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 17h 50m, 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 12 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 21.109975 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 1357 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 4.0 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 4.4 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

08/21

ARS 139,973

08/22

ARS 136,405

Today

ARS 154,645

08/24

ARS 125,177

08/25

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08/26

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08/27

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08/28

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The cheapest trip from Cologne to Katowice was searched and found on Aug 24, 2026 with a price of ARS 125,177

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 ARS 125,177 to ARS 215,657 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 ARS 125,177 which is on 2026-08-24.