Compare 2 ways to go from Madrid to Cologne.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$102 - $392 | Average Duration1d 3h | 36kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestMost eco-friendly | ||
Carpool | Average Price$126 - $151 | Average Duration18h 30m | 60kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | Fastest |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Madrid to CologneAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 18 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Madrid to Cologne: Trip Overview
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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.
Madrid to Cologne Bus
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Madrid to Cologne was searched and found on May 13, 2025 with a price of $97To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $97 to $243 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $100 which is on 2025-05-15.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Madrid to Cologne.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Madrid to Cologne.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Madrid to Cologne that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
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Did you know?
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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