The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Bordeaux
Cheapest price on Oct 14
€59
Average ticket price on Oct 14
€77
Fastest journey on Oct 14
15 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Oct 14
17 h 26 m
Buses on Oct 14
6
Distance
879 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Bordeaux will cost around €77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Bordeaux without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus7:50 AM15h55Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)11:45 PMBordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate€591One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus12:20 PM19h55Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)8:15 AMPessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre)€611One-way2 transfers
ICE 316+
1408 · 31639:43 AM20h17Cologne Hbf6:00 AMBordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes€671One-way2 transfers
ICE 16+
1408 · 316311:43 AM18h17Cologne Hbf6:00 AMBordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes€731One-way2 transfers
ICE 314+
1408 · 31631:42 PM16h18Cologne Hbf6:00 AMBordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes€731One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus7:50 AM15h55Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)11:45 PMBordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate€591One-way1 transfer
ICE 314+
1408 · 31631:42 PM16h18Cologne Hbf6:00 AMBordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes€731One-way2 transfers
ICE 316+
1646 · 40359:43 AM16h46Cologne Hbf2:29 AMBordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes€1291One-way2 transfers
ICE 16+
1408 · 316311:43 AM18h17Cologne Hbf6:00 AMBordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes€731One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus12:20 PM19h55Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)8:15 AMPessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre)€611One-way2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Bordeaux
Buses from Cologne to Bordeaux run on average 9 times per day, taking around 16h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €19 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 879 km distance in 12h 45m.
Distance 879 km |
Average bus duration 16h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 12h 45m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Cologne to Bordeaux bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Bordeaux buses for today, Tuesday, October 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 19h55 | 8:15 AM Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 20h25 | 8:45 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, October 14 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 15h55 | 11:45 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Bordeaux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Bordeaux
Most Cologne to Bordeaux buses use the Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) to Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate station pair, with some services arriving at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Bordeaux bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do buses to Bordeaux leave from?
Getting to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) from Cologne city centre
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) bus station facilities and services
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) from Cologne city centre
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) bus station facilities and services
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and baggage claim area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.
Which Bordeaux station do buses from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate from Bordeaux city centre
Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate bus station facilities and services
Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) from Bordeaux city centre
Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) is 5 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) bus station facilities and services
Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre). ATMs are available at Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre): Bus facilities accessible for disabled.
Getting to Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes from Bordeaux city centre
Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes bus station facilities and services
Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Bistro Bordeaux (0.5 km), Le Petit Gourmet (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for convenient cash withdrawal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes: Elevators, ramps.
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