The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Kyiv
Cheapest price
€83
Average price
€128
Fastest journey
1 d 7 h 11 m
Average duration
1 d 7 h 33 m
Buses per day
28
Distance
1654 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Kyiv is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Kyiv will cost around €128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €83.
Of the 28 buses that leave Cologne for Kyiv on Sun, May 10, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 10 the direct buses cover the 1654 km distance in an average of 1 d 7 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 7 h 11 m .
On Sun, May 10 the slowest buses will take 1 d 7 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
07:20 PM35h55Köln, ZOB8:15 AMKyiv (Київ)€831One-way0 transfers
438г · 438г7:50 PM40h25Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)1:15 PMKyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ")€971One-way1 transfer
05:30 AM37h30Köln, ZOB8:00 PMKyiv (Київ)€991One-way0 transfers
69251288:00 AM32h45Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)5:45 PMKyiv (Київ)€1041One-way0 transfers
04:00 AM34h30Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)3:30 PMKyiv (Київ)€1061One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain+
FlixBus8:14 AM31h11Cologne Hbf4:25 PMDachna Bus Station€1301One-way1 transfer
7:00 AM31h30Cologne3:30 PMKyiv€1281One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain+
FlixBus8:14 AM31h36Cologne Hbf4:50 PMKyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ")€1301One-way1 transfer
07:00 AM31h40Köln, ZOB3:40 PMKyiv (Київ)€1141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:35 AM31h50Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)4:25 PMDachna Bus Station€1131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cologne to Kyiv
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Kyiv among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, and a train costs an average of €194.
Distance: 1654 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€72 Average price Cheapest | €194 Average price |
36h 0m Average total duration 35h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 43m Average total duration Fastest 26h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cologne to Kyiv bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Kyiv buses for today, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 35h15 | 6:00 AM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 34h45 | 5:30 AM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 1 transfer | |
0 | 7:20 PM Köln, ZOB | 35h55 | 8:15 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 37h40 | 12:10 PM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 37h05 | 11:35 AM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 36h25 | 1:00 PM Dachna Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 38h30 | 3:05 PM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 10 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 35h10 | 3:20 PM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 34h45 | 2:55 PM Dachna Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 35h40 | 3:50 PM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 1 transfer | |
0 | 4:00 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 34h30 | 3:30 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 AM Cologne | 37h30 | 8:00 PM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 AM Cologne | 37h30 | 8:00 PM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 5:30 AM Köln, ZOB | 37h30 | 8:00 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:00 AM Köln, ZOB | 31h40 | 3:40 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Cologne | 31h30 | 3:30 PM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 32h45 | 5:20 PM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 31h50 | 4:25 PM Dachna Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 32h15 | 4:50 PM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Cologne | 32h45 | 5:45 PM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
6925128 | 8:00 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 32h45 | 5:45 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 31h36 | 4:50 PM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 32h06 | 5:20 PM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 31h11 | 4:25 PM Dachna Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
1256 · 1256 | 9:50 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 34h50 | 9:40 PM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 32h41 | 9:55 PM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 32h21 | 9:35 PM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Kyiv
Buses from Cologne to Kyiv run on average 24 times per day, taking around 35h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €41 if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 1654 km distance in 31h 30m.
Distance 1654 km |
Average bus duration 35h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €41 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 31h 30m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Infobus, FlixBus, Euroticket, Sindbad, KLR from Cologne to KyivYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Kyiv with Infobus, FlixBus, Euroticket, Sindbad, KLR for as low as €41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Kyiv
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Kyiv 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 Kyiv, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Sindbad
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Sindbad
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Sindbad
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Sindbad
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Sindbad
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require prior arrangement.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Kyiv
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- McDonald's (0.2 km)
- Vapiano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250 Metro: U5, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12
- 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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