The cheapest and fastest buses from Bucharest to Cologne
Cheapest price
€110
Average price
€120
Fastest journey
1 d 10 h 20 m
Average duration
1 d 12 h 43 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1599 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bucharest to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bucharest to Cologne will cost around €120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €110.
It's difficult to get from Bucharest to Cologne without transferring at least once.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bucharest to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.6 - 4.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €62, and a flight costs an average of €29.
Distance: 1599 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€103 Average price Cheapest | €256 Average price | €226 Average price |
33h 52m Average total duration 33h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 40h 22m Average total duration 39h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.6 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.8 - 9.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bucharest to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bucharest to Cologne buses for tomorrow, Thursday, March 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 AM București, Autogara Militari | 38h40 | 4:25 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 3:05 AM București, Autogara Militari | 37h38 | 4:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 35h35 | 2:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 34h20 | 5:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM București, Autogara Militari | 37h20 | 9:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bucharest to Cologne
Buses from Bucharest to Cologne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 33h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €62 but you can travel from only €29 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 1599 km distance in 32h 5m.
Distance 1599 km |
Average bus duration 33h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €62 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 32h 5m |
First bus 01:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Bucharest to CologneYou can travel by bus between Bucharest to Cologne with FlixBus for as low as €29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bucharest to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bucharest to Cologne by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bucharest to Cologne
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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