What is the distance between Copenhagen and Cologne?

Copenhagen and Cologne are 401 miles (647 km) apart.

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

If you're headed to Cologne from Copenhagen, chances are that your bus will depart from Copenhagen Airport and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

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

Once in Cologne, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Boat tours on the Rhine, Cologne Opera, Cologne Cathedral, Köln Triangle Panorama and Historic Town Hall.

Bus Copenhagen to Cologne from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Copenhagen to Cologne on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40pm	CPH Airport	1d 3h	8:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	7:45pm	Copenhagen	19h 5m	2:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	9:50pm	Copenhagen	18h 15m	4:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	9:50pm	Copenhagen	16h 40m	2:30pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	10:35pm	CPH Airport	22h 25m	9:00pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Copenhagen to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 9 hours and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

9hAverage Duration

401 milesDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$49 - $151	Average Duration14h 55m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$72 - $271	Average Duration10h 46m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$69 - $69	Average Duration9h	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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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.

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Where are the popular stops in Copenhagen and Cologne?

Stops in Copenhagen

A - Copenhagen Airport

B - Ingerslevsgade

C - Copenhagen

D - Lyshojgardsvej

E - DFDS Terminalen

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Cologne by bus

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

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The cheapest trip from Copenhagen to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $57

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

You can expect to pay from $57 to $104 for a bus ticket from Copenhagen to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2025-11-16.