How much is the bus ticket from Prague to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Prague to Cologne start from $38. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Prague to Cologne?

The average bus trip duration from Prague to Cologne is 12h, covering a distance of 318 miles (513 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 5m and is operated by RegioJet .

Which bus companies service the Prague to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , RegioJet , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Prague to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Prague to Cologne at 3:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Prague to Cologne?

A bus trip from Prague to Cologne generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Prague to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1058 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Prague to Cologne?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Prague to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is RegioJet , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Prague to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Prague to Cologne from $47 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Prague to Cologne on December 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:00pm	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	13h 55m	5:55am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Cheapest
	8:40pm	Prague (Na Knížecí)	9h 40m	6:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	6:50pm	PRG Airport	11h 30m	6:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:00pm	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	13h 56m	12:56pm	Hbf	No tags
	10:45pm	PRG Airport	12h	10:45am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Prague to Cologne on December 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:45pm	Prague (Main Railway Station)	13h 20m	8:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	11:05am	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	9h 35m	8:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	7:05am	PRG Airport	13h 30m	8:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:15am	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	11h 28m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
	8:50am	PRG Airport	11h 50m	8:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Prague to Cologne on December 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:15pm	Prague (Na Knížecí)	13h 50m	12:05pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Cheapest
	8:40pm	Prague (Na Knížecí)	9h 40m	6:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	7:05am	PRG Airport	13h 30m	8:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:00am	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	11h 43m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
	11:20am	PRG Airport	15h 35m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Prague to Cologne on December 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:00pm	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	12h 5m	8:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	8:40pm	Prague (Na Knížecí)	9h 40m	6:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	7:05am	PRG Airport	13h 30m	8:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:00am	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	11h 43m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
	11:20am	PRG Airport	15h 35m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Prague to Cologne on December 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:30am	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	11h 25m	7:55pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Cheapest
	11:00pm	Florenc	9h 5m	8:05am	Terminál 2	Fastest
	7:05am	PRG Airport	13h 30m	8:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:00am	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	11h 43m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
	11:20am	PRG Airport	15h 35m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Prague to Cologne on December 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:15pm	Prague (Na Knížecí)	10h 20m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	11:00pm	Florenc	9h 5m	8:05am	Terminál 2	Fastest
	8:50am	PRG Airport	11h 50m	8:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:15am	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	11h 28m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:50pm	PRG Airport	13h 15m	8:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Prague to Cologne on December 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:00am	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	11h 43m	5:43pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	10:35am	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	9h 35m	8:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	9:15am	PRG Airport	10h 55m	8:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	3:30am	Prague (Main Railway Station)	10h 11m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	9:15am	PRG Airport	12h 15m	9:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Prague to Cologne on December 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:10am	Prague (Na Knížecí)	10h 55m	3:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	10:55am	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	9h 35m	8:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	9:15am	PRG Airport	11h 15m	8:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:00am	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	11h 43m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
	9:15am	PRG Airport	12h 15m	9:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:09 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Prague 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 7 hours and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7hAverage Duration

333 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $173	Average Duration12h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $319	Average Duration11h 9m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$39 - $47	Average Duration7h	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Prague and Cologne?

Stops in Prague

A
PRG Airport
Aviatická, 161 08, Praha 6, Czechia
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B
Zličín
Drahoňovského, 163 00 Praha 17, Czech Republic
C
Tomíčkova
Tomíčkova 2234, Chodov, 148 00 Praha-Praha 11, Czechia
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D
Černý Most
Chlumecká, 198 00 Praha 20, Czech Republic
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E
Florenc
Křižíkova 2b, Nové Město, 186 00 Praha-Praha 8, Czech Republic
Visit page
F
Hlavní nádraží
300/8 Wilsonova, 110 00 Praha, Czechia
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Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,676 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.

RegioJet

4/51,062 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,259 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Prague to Cologne by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Prague to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Prague to Cologne start from $38. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Prague to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Prague to Cologne is 12h, covering a distance of 318 miles (513 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 5m and is operated by RegioJet.
Which bus companies service the Prague to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Prague to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Prague to Cologne at 3:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Prague to Cologne?
A bus trip from Prague to Cologne generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Prague to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1058 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Prague to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Prague to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Prague to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/19

$85

12/20

$88

Today

$95

12/22

$77

12/23

$75

12/24

$71

12/25

$68

12/26

$73

The cheapest trip from Prague to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $68

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

You can expect to pay from $68 to $140 for a bus ticket from Prague to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $68 which is on 2025-12-25.