How can I travel from Cologne to Poznań without flying?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are convenient and sustainable ways to reach Poznań. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Poznań from Cologne by bus?

Traveling from Cologne to Poznań takes around 15h 40m on average, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 12h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 439 miles (708 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Cologne to Poznań?

Cologne and Poznań are 439 miles (708 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Cologne to Poznań start their journey at Cologne/Bonn Airport and wind up at Główny. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

How much are the bus tickets from Cologne to Poznań?

The bus ticket costs $71 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $42 and $119, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

What are the best sights and things to do in Poznań?

Once in Poznań, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Freedom Square (Plac Wolności), Poznan Historical Museum, The Cathedral, St. Stanislaw's Parish Church and Military Museum of Wielkopolska.

Cologne to Poznań Bus Tickets

TodayMay 1

from $78

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Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 1 at 9:45pm
Departure city: Cologne
Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Arrival time: May 2 at 11:30am
Destination city: Poznań
Destination location: Główny
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 45m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 1 at 10:10pm
Departure city: Cologne
Departure location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Arrival time: May 2 at 11:30am
Destination city: Poznań
Destination location: Główny
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 20m
Departure time: May 1 at 10:10pm
Departure city: Cologne
Departure location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Arrival time: May 2 at 11:30am
Destination city: Poznań
Destination location: Główny
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 20m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Poznań.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $119	Average Duration15h 40m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$42 - $148	Average Duration12h 46m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Carpool	Average Price$56 - $91	Average Duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Poznań

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Poznań. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

8h 10mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest ticket

30kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Poznań: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$71

Average bus trip duration15h 40m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure12:45am

Distance432 miles (696 km)

Latest bus departure10:10pm

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/58,454 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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

3.5/51,071 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.5

Visit-Tour

4.5/53 reviews

Eurolines Madeltrans-Visit Tour

PL bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Infobus, RegioJet

Cologne to Poznań Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Poznań?

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Stops in Poznań

A - Główny

B - Dworzec Autobusowy PKS Poznań

C - Poznan Matyi/Przemslowa

D - Poznan Przystanek Autobusowy

E - Autostrada Wielkopolska

F - POZNAN

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/29

$78

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$63

05/02

$93

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$96

05/04

$92

05/05

$69

05/06

$82

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Poznań was searched and found on May 1, 2025 with a price of $63

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

You can expect to pay from $63 to $96 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Poznań based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $69 which is on 2025-05-05.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cologne to Poznań will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

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