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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€59
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€96
Fastest journey on Sep 17
14 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
17 h 42 m
Buses on Sep 17
5
Distance
604 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne will cost around €96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 5 buses from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne, including 5 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 604 km distance in an average of 17 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 35 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 19 h 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.
12:05 PM18h20Milan Malpensa Airport6:25 AMCologne€591One-way0 transfers- 10:45 AM19h00Milan Malpensa Airport5:45 AMCologne€591One-way0 transfers
- 9:25 PM17h45Milan Malpensa Airport3:10 PMCologne€821One-way0 transfers
- 10:55 AM18h50Milan Malpensa Airport5:45 AMCologne€991One-way0 transfers
- 7:10 PM14h35Milan Malpensa Airport9:45 AMCologne€1781One-way0 transfers
- 7:10 PM14h35Milan Malpensa Airport9:45 AMCologne€1781One-way0 transfers
- 9:25 PM17h45Milan Malpensa Airport3:10 PMCologne€821One-way0 transfers
- 12:05 PM18h20Milan Malpensa Airport6:25 AMCologne€591One-way0 transfers
- 10:55 AM18h50Milan Malpensa Airport5:45 AMCologne€991One-way0 transfers
- 10:45 AM19h00Milan Malpensa Airport5:45 AMCologne€591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €111 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €111, while a flight costs an average of €323.
Distance: 604 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€111 Average price Cheapest | €323 Average price | €184 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 3m Average total duration 14h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne:
A bus is €73 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne costing on average €160.
A bus is €107 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne costing on average €194.
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 34m.
Bus takes on average 15h 24m.
Live departures
Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:45 AM Milan Malpensa Airport | 19h00 | 5:45 AM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:55 AM Milan Malpensa Airport | 18h50 | 5:45 AM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:05 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 18h20 | 6:25 AM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:10 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 14h35 | 9:45 AM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:25 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 17h45 | 3:10 PM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne
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Buses from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 14h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €57 but you can travel from only €50 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 09:55, the last at 20:25. The fastest bus covers the 604 km distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 604 km |
Average bus duration 14h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €57 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 12h 40m |
First bus 9:55 AM |
Last bus 8:25 PM |
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Bus providers: FlixBus from Milan Malpensa Airport to CologneYou can travel by bus between Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne with FlixBus 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 Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne
Most Milan Malpensa Airport to Cologne buses use the Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) station pair, with some services arriving at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2). Use this guide to compare Milan Malpensa Airport and Cologne bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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