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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Strasbourg to Cologne
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 57 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Strasbourg to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Strasbourg to Cologne will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 10 buses that leave Strasbourg for Cologne on Sat, Jan 10, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 10 the direct buses cover the 267 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jan 10 the slowest buses will take 5 h 5 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 bus and train for Strasbourg to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Strasbourg to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. 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 €21, and a train costs an average of €50.
Distance: 267 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€33 Average price Cheapest | €98 Average price |
5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg 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
Strasbourg to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Strasbourg to Cologne buses for today, Friday, January 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 7:00 AM Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 5h45 | 12:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 30489 · 50448 | 1:10 PM Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 16h15 | 5:25 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 6h55 | 1:55 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 6h50 | 3:40 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 7h10 | 5:00 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 AM Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 5h05 | 5:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 30493 · 50428 | 12:35 AM Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 16h05 | 4:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Bus from Strasbourg to Cologne
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Buses from Strasbourg to Cologne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 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 5m.
Distance 267 km |
Average bus duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Strasbourg to CologneYou can travel by bus between Strasbourg to Cologne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Strasbourg to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Strasbourg 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.
When departing from Strasbourg, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile, Strasbourg, Boulevard de Metz 3 and Strasbourg, Rue du Maréchal Lefebvre. When arriving in Cologne, you can end your route in coach stations like Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle) and Köln, ZOB.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile, which is located around 2.7 miles (4.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle), located 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Strasbourg to Cologne
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket 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
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC- 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
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