What is the distance between Lübeck and Cologne?

The distance separating Lübeck and Cologne is 257 miles (414 km).

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

If you're headed to Cologne from Lübeck, chances are that your bus will leave from Hbf and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

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 Twelve Romanesque churches, Lanxess Arena, Hohenzollern Bridge, Cologne Opera and Köln Triangle Panorama.

Bus Lübeck to Cologne from $32 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Lübeck to Cologne on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:05pm	Hbf	10h 30m	7:35am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		11:25am	Hbf	7h 28m	6:53pm	Hbf	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 5:07 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Lübeck 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 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 50mAverage Duration

256 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $98	Average Duration14h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$31 - $200	Average Duration5h 14m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$30 - $52	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

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Where are the popular stops in Lübeck and Cologne?

Stops in Lübeck

A - Hbf

B - Holstentorplatz

C - Travemünde - Skandinavienkai

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 Lübeck to Cologne by bus

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$38

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$32

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$34

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The cheapest trip from Lübeck to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $32

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

You can expect to pay from $32 to $38 for a bus ticket from Lübeck to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-11-22.