Previously seen trips

Next departures for Cologne to Riga on September 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1d 17h	5:40pm	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1d 9h	9:50am	Starptautiskā autoosta
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:40pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	1d 9h	9:50am	Starptautiskā autoosta
Bus	8:25am	Gummersbacher Str.	1d 12h	9:55pm	Riga
Bus	8:25am	Gummersbacher Str.	1d 9h	6:50pm	Riga

Get from Cologne to Riga

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours and with fares starting at just CZK 2,179, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

802 milesDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Cologne and Riga

Stops in Cologne

A
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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C
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 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 Riga

A
Riga Airport
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B
Starptautiskā autoosta
Prāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
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C
Seaport
Eksporta iela 3A, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
D
Port: Riga
Eksporta iela 3B, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/515,767 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.

Ecolines

3.8/5166 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi3.4

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Riga 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 Riga?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Riga start from CZK 2,179. The average price for this route is around CZK 3,671. 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 Riga?
The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Riga is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 802 miles (1293 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Riga route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Ecolines.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Riga?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Riga at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Riga?
A bus trip from Cologne to Riga generates an estimated 32.305525 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 Riga?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Ecolines, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 166 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Riga?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Ecolines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cologne to Riga?
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 Riga?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ecolines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.