What is the travel distance from Cologne to Venice?

The distance separating Cologne and Venice is 453 miles (730 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Cologne to Venice start their journey at Cologne/Bonn Airport and wind up at Venice Tronchetto Train Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

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

Once in Venice, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Scuola Grande di San Rocco, National Library of St Mark's, Ca’ Rezzonico, Peggy Guggenheim Collection and St. Mark’s Square.

Bus Cologne to Venice from $68 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Cologne to Venice on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:40pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	20h 10m	6:50pm	Venice Marco Polo Airport Bus Parking	No tags
Bus	11:15pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	19h 35m	6:50pm	Venice Marco Polo Airport Bus Parking	No tags
Bus	11:15pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	19h 10m	6:25pm	Venice Mestre (Stazione FS)	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	20h 25m	7:50pm	Venice Mestre (Stazione FS)	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	20h 45m	8:10pm	Venice Tronchetto Train Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Venice

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Venice. The journey takes about 19 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

19h 25mAverage Duration

442 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$68 - $128	Average Duration19h 25m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$118 - $118	Average Duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,380 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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

4/51,057 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

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Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Venice?

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Stops in Venice

A - Venice Tronchetto Train Station

B - Viale Stazione - Venezia Mestre

C - Mestre

D - Venice Airport

E - Mestre Tangenziale

F - fermata dell'autobus Venezia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Venice by bus

What is the travel distance from Cologne to Venice?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Venice?
What are the best sights and things to do in Venice?