Next available departures

Next departures for Riga to Cologne on September 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:55pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	1d 9h	8:05am	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:55pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	1d 8h	7:25am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		11:55pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	1d 14h	12:58pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Cologne on September 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
		1:00pm	Riga	1d 7h	7:25pm	Gummersbacher Str.	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		11:35am	Starptautiskā autoosta	1d 3h	1:42pm	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		4:40am	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	1d 10h	1:42pm	Hbf	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:20am	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	1d 8h	8:05am	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	4:40am	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	1d 15h	6:40pm	Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain		2:15pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	1d 8h	9:55pm	Hbf	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:20am	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	1d 8h	7:25am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	4:40am	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	1d 15h	7:30pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags

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Get from Riga to Cologne

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just RUB 8,390, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

801 milesDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Riga and Cologne

Stops in Riga

A
Riga Airport
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B
Starptautiskā autoosta
Prāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
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C
Seaport
Eksporta iela 3A, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
D
Port: Riga
Eksporta iela 3B, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia

Stops in Cologne

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

3.5/515,869 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.

Ecolines

3.8/5167 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi3.4

DE bus companies:FlixBus, Sindbad, Ecolines, TransTempo, My Way, Lux Express, Eurolines Kautra BC

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Riga 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 Riga to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riga to Cologne start from RUB 8,390. The average price for this route is around RUB 14,435. 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 Riga to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Riga to Cologne is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 801 miles (1291 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Riga to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Ecolines.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riga to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Riga to Cologne at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riga to Cologne?
A bus trip from Riga to Cologne generates an estimated 32.270725 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 Riga to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Ecolines, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 167 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riga to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Ecolines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Riga to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Riga to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ecolines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

09/23

RUB 13,697

09/24

RUB 10,066

Today

RUB 10,066

09/26

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09/27

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09/28

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09/29

RUB 10,258

09/30

RUB 8,589

The cheapest trip from Riga to Cologne was searched and found on Sep 30, 2026 with a price of RUB 8,589

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

You can expect to pay from RUB 8,589 to RUB 16,570 for a bus ticket from Riga to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 8,589 which is on 2026-09-30.