Next bus departures

Next departures for Rennes to Cologne on October 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50pm	Rennes	14h 35m	2:25pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:55am	Gare Routière	13h 30m	11:25pm	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	Fastest
Bus	3:15pm	Rennes	15h 10m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:55am	Gare Routière	15h 45m	10:40pm	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	2:25pm	Gare Routière	13h 30m	3:55am	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:10pm	Gare Routière	13h 55m	5:05am	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:55pm	Gare Routière	16h 20m	1:15pm	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:50pm	Gare Routière	18h 50m	5:40pm	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	No tags

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Get from Rennes to Cologne

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

16h 20mAverage Duration

438 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Rennes and Cologne

Stops in Rennes

A
Gare Routière
Place de la gare, 35000 Rennes, France
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B
3 Place Henri Terrière
3 Place Henri Terrière, 35200 Rennes, France

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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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

3.5/516,287 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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

3.7/513,028 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rennes 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 Rennes to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rennes to Cologne start from $49. The average price for this route is around $84. 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 Rennes to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Rennes to Cologne is 16h 20m, covering a distance of 438 miles (705 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Rennes to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rennes to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Rennes to Cologne at 1:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rennes to Cologne?
A bus trip from Rennes to Cologne generates an estimated 17.623025000000002 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 Rennes to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 13021 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rennes to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Rennes to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rennes to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, 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

10/16

No data

10/17

$49

Today

$87

10/19

$47

10/20

No data

10/21

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10/22

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10/23

$59

The cheapest trip from Rennes to Cologne was searched and found on Oct 19, 2026 with a price of $47

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

You can expect to pay from $47 to $192 for a bus ticket from Rennes to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2026-10-19.