What is the distance between Nîmes and Cologne?

The distance between the two cities is 505 miles (815 km).

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

If you're headed to Cologne from Nîmes, chances are that your bus will depart from Nîmes Parnasse - Parking Relais and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your 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 Cologne Cathedral, Lanxess Arena, Cologne Zoo, Volksgarten and Hohenzollern Bridge.

Bus Nîmes to Cologne from $95 | Compare & Save up to 41%

Compare 2 ways to go from Nîmes to Cologne.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$65 - $179	Average Duration19h 45m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$132 - $132	Average Duration14h 40m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Nîmes to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 19 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

19h 45mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest ticket

20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Nîmes to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$135

Average bus trip duration19h 45m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure5:35pm

Distance504 miles (812 km)

Latest bus departure11:10pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,767 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,583 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Trenitalia, Rede Expressos, Sindbad, Rede Expressos

Nîmes to Cologne Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Nîmes to Cologne is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

Bus service from Nîmes to Cologne will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Nîmes to Cologne, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Nîmes and Cologne?

Stops in Nîmes

A - Nîmes Parnasse - Parking Relais

B - Gare Routière de Nîmes - Parvis Sud

C - Nîmes - Gare routière Parvi Sud

D - Rue Ste. Felicite - Nimes

E - Nimes

F - Rue Sainte-Félicite

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 for your trip Nîmes - Cologne

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

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

Best price found

07/26

$111

07/27

$167

Today

$111

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$112

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08/01

$95

08/02

$105

The cheapest trip from Nîmes to Cologne was searched and found on Aug 1, 2025 with a price of $95

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

You can expect to pay from $95 to $167 for a bus ticket from Nîmes to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $95 which is on 2025-08-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Nîmes to Cologne.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Nîmes to Cologne, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Nîmes to Cologne that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Nîmes to Cologne while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Will you be returning to Nîmes by bus?

Bus from Nîmes to Cologne

You can also go to Cologne by train

Train from Nîmes to Cologne

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