The cheapest and fastest buses from Poznan to Cologne
Cheapest price
€71
Average price
€82
Fastest journey
13 h 50 m
Average duration
14 h 13 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
707 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Poznan to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poznan to Cologne will cost around €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €71.
Of the 4 buses that leave Poznan for Cologne on Sat, Mar 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 28 the direct buses cover the 707 km distance in an average of 14 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 50 m .
On Sat, Mar 28 the slowest buses will take 14 h 40 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.
FlixBus11:15PM13h50Poznań, Bus Station02:05PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€711One-way0 transfers
FlixBus05:40PM14h40Poznań, Bus Station09:20AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€761One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus06:00AM14h20Poznań, Bus Station08:20PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€881One-way1 transfer
009:00PM14h00Poznań, Bus Station12:00PMKöln, ZOB€941One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:15PM13h50Poznań, Bus Station02:05PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€711One-way0 transfers
009:00PM14h00Poznań, Bus Station12:00PMKöln, ZOB€941One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus06:00AM14h20Poznań, Bus Station08:20PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€881One-way1 transfer
FlixBus05:40PM14h40Poznań, Bus Station09:20AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€761One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Poznan to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poznan to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €141.
Distance: 707 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€59 Average price Cheapest | €94 Average price | €488 Average price |
13h 45m Average total duration 13h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Poznan to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Poznan to Cologne buses for today, Friday, March 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0 | 8:00 PM Poznań, Bus Station | 15h00 | 11:00 AM Köln, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 9:05 PM Poznań, Bus Station | 14h51 | 11:56 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:15 PM Poznań, Bus Station | 14h26 | 12:41 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM Poznań, Bus Station | 13h50 | 12:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 28 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 AM Poznań, Bus Station | 14h20 | 7:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Poznań, Bus Station | 14h40 | 7:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Poznan to Cologne
Buses from Poznan to Cologne run on average 10 times per day, taking around 13h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €31 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 707 km distance in 13h 50m.
Distance 707 km |
Average bus duration 13h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 13h 50m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar from Poznan to CologneYou can travel by bus between Poznan to Cologne with FlixBus, Infobus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar for as low as €31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Poznan to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poznan 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.

- 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 Poznan to Cologne
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Express (in the station)
- Bistro Polska (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 51, 63, 68 Tram: 5, 8, 14 Train: Poznań Główny
- 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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