The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Nancy
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
10 h 10 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Nancy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Nancy will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 3 buses that leave Cologne for Nancy on Wed, Feb 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 256 km distance in an average of 10 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 55 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 10 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cologne to Nancy
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Nancy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €45.
Distance: 256 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€35 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price |
6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Nancy bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Nancy buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 8h55 | 10:50 PM Nancy, Parking Ile de Corse | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Nancy
Buses from Cologne to Nancy run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 256 km distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 256 km |
Average bus duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Cologne to NancyYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Nancy with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Nancy
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Nancy 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 Nancy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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 Nancy
- 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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