4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Strasbourg
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Strasbourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Strasbourg will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 9 buses that leave Cologne for Strasbourg on Thu, Apr 16, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 16 the direct buses cover the 267 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Thu, Apr 16 the slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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.
11:00 AM4h10Cologne3:10 PMStrasbourg€181One-way0 transfers- 9:10 PM3h20Cologne12:30 AMStrasbourg€291One-way0 transfers
- 5:10 PM3h30Cologne8:40 PMStrasbourg€291One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:05 PM5h00Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)4:05 AMStrasbourg, Place de l'Étoile€331One-way0 transfers- FlixBus · FlixBus1:35 PM7h10Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)8:45 PMStrasbourg, Place de l'Étoile€341One-way1 transfer
- 9:10 PM3h20Cologne12:30 AMStrasbourg€291One-way0 transfers
- 5:10 PM3h30Cologne8:40 PMStrasbourg€291One-way0 transfers
- 3:00 PM3h30Cologne6:30 PMStrasbourg€341One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 AM3h50Cologne10:20 AMStrasbourg€341One-way0 transfers
- 11:00 AM4h10Cologne3:10 PMStrasbourg€181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cologne to Strasbourg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Strasbourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 58m. 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 €20, and a train costs an average of €32.
Distance: 267 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€30 Average price Cheapest | €91 Average price |
4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Strasbourg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Strasbourg buses for today, Wednesday, April 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 7h10 | 6:45 PM Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 1 transfer | |
 52120 · 4744 | 1:35 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 13h35 | 3:10 AM Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 7h10 | 11:45 PM Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 5h00 | 2:05 AM Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Wupsi or RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Wermelsk. to find the best option for your trip from Cologne to Strasbourg.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Strasbourg
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Buses from Cologne to Strasbourg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 267 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 267 km |
Average bus duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Wupsi, RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Wermelsk. from Cologne to StrasbourgYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Strasbourg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Wupsi, RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Wermelsk. for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Wermelsk.
FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Strasbourg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg, 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 Strasbourg
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- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de l'Étoile (in the station)
- Le Petit Bistro (0.2 km)
- Trattoria da Enzo (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 14, 24 Tram: A, D
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