4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Milan
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€65
Fastest journey
12 h
Average duration
14 h 58 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
630 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Milan will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
Of the 6 buses that leave Cologne for Milan on Wed, Feb 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 11 the direct buses cover the 630 km distance in an average of 14 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h .
On Wed, Feb 11 the slowest buses will take 20 h 30 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Milan
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a train costs an average of €73.
Distance: 630 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€63 Average price Cheapest | €173 Average price | €209 Average price |
15h 38m Average total duration 15h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 26m Average total duration 8h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Milan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Milan buses for today, Tuesday, February 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 20h30 | 9:05 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 14h50 | 4:05 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 5:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 12h35 | 6:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 26h20 | 7:55 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, February 11 | |||||
| FlixBus | 3:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 12h00 | 3:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Milan
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Buses from Cologne to Milan run on average 7 times per day, taking around 15h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €19 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 630 km distance in 12h 0m.
Distance 630 km |
Average bus duration 15h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Cologne to MilanYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Milan with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Milan 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 Milan, 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 Milan
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
WifiParking
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Köln Hbf (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250, 260 Metro: U5, U16, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12, S13
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km)
- Pizza Express (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1 Bus: 68, 78, 80
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Italiana (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 121, 132 Metro: M3
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