The cheapest and fastest buses from Szczecin to Cologne
Cheapest price
€50
Average price
€51
Fastest journey
13 h 55 m
Average duration
14 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
588 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Szczecin to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Szczecin to Cologne will cost around €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
Of the 2 buses that leave Szczecin for Cologne on Mon, Jun 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 29 the direct buses cover the 588 km distance in an average of 14 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 55 m .
On Mon, Jun 29 the slowest buses will take 14 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.
4:15 PM14h05Szczecin6:20 AMCologne€501One-way0 transfers
5:15 PM13h55Szczecin7:10 AMCologne€511One-way0 transfers
5:15 PM13h55Szczecin7:10 AMCologne€511One-way0 transfers
4:15 PM14h05Szczecin6:20 AMCologne€501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Szczecin to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Szczecin to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 588 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€61 Average price Cheapest | €79 Average price |
15h 9m Average total duration 14h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 17m Average total duration Fastest 7h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Szczecin to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Szczecin to Cologne buses for today, Sunday, June 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0 | 8:30 PM Szczecin, Pl. Grodnicki | 15h30 | 12:00 PM Köln, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Sindbad, but also compare tickets for the likes of Infobus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Szczecin to Cologne.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Szczecin to Cologne
Buses from Szczecin to Cologne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 14h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €40 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 588 km distance in 12h 1m.
Distance 588 km |
Average bus duration 14h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 1m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Sindbad, Infobus, FlixBus from Szczecin to CologneYou can travel by bus between Szczecin to Cologne with Sindbad, Infobus, FlixBus for as low as €40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Szczecin to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Szczecin 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 Szczecin to Cologne
- 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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