Next departures for Nantes to Cologne on November 23
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4 Route de Paris
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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4 Route de Paris
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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4 Route de Paris
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
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Next departures for Nantes to Cologne on November 28
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Nantes
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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4 Route de Paris
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Flixbus + Flixtrain
4 Route de Paris
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4 Route de Paris
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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4 Route de Paris
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Next departures for Nantes to Cologne on November 29
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Nantes
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:37 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Nantes 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 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Based on 11150 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $54
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Nantes to Cologne by bus
What is the distance between Nantes and Cologne?
Nantes and Cologne are 462 miles (745 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Nantes to Cologne?
If you're headed to Cologne from Nantes, chances are that your bus will depart from 2 route de Paris 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 Cologne Opera, Cologne Cathedral, Roman Praetorium, Cologne Zoo and Lanxess Arena.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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11/21
$95
11/22
$63
Today
$78
11/24
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11/25
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11/26
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11/27
$62
11/28
$66
The cheapest trip from Nantes to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $62
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Nantes to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $62 to $144 for a bus ticket from Nantes to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2025-11-27.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.