The cheapest and fastest buses from Vilnius to Cologne
Cheapest price
€68
Average price
€75
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h 25 m
Average duration
1 d 5 h 13 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1296 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vilnius to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vilnius to Cologne will cost around €75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €68.
Of the 5 buses that leave Vilnius for Cologne on Fri, Jun 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 1296 km distance in an average of 1 d 5 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 4 h 25 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 1 d 7 h 1 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.
8:55 PM29h45Vilnius2:40 AMCologne€681One-way0 transfers
6:25 AM28h31Vilnius10:56 AMCologne€721One-way0 transfers
3:55 AM31h01Vilnius10:56 AMCologne€781One-way0 transfers
1:00 PM28h25Vilnius5:25 PMCologne€781One-way0 transfers
2:00 PM28h25Vilnius6:25 PMCologne€801One-way0 transfers
2:00 PM28h25Vilnius6:25 PMCologne€801One-way0 transfers
1:00 PM28h25Vilnius5:25 PMCologne€781One-way0 transfers
6:25 AM28h31Vilnius10:56 AMCologne€721One-way0 transfers
8:55 PM29h45Vilnius2:40 AMCologne€681One-way0 transfers
3:55 AM31h01Vilnius10:56 AMCologne€781One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Vilnius to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vilnius to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €66, and a flight costs an average of €135.
Distance: 1296 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€91 Average price Cheapest | €469 Average price | €145 Average price |
27h 48m Average total duration 27h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 29m Average total duration 26h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Vilnius to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vilnius to Cologne buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:35 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 27h05 | 9:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas | 32h05 | 2:55 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:50 PM Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas | 26h50 | 9:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 29h45 | 4:40 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 3:55 AM Vilnius | 31h01 | 10:56 AM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:25 AM Vilnius | 28h31 | 10:56 AM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Vilnius | 28h25 | 5:25 PM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Vilnius | 28h25 | 6:25 PM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Ecolines to find the best option for your trip from Vilnius to Cologne.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vilnius to Cologne
Buses from Vilnius to Cologne run on average 15 times per day, taking around 27h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €66 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 1296 km distance in 27h 15m.
Distance 1296 km |
Average bus duration 27h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €66 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 27h 15m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ecolines from Vilnius to CologneYou can travel by bus between Vilnius to Cologne with FlixBus, Ecolines for as low as €66. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Vilnius to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vilnius 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.

- Ecolines
- Assistance
- Designated seating
- Assistance with luggage.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ecolines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for 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.
- Ecolines
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Ecolines
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ecolines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Vilnius to Cologne
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Vilnius (in the station)
- Lithuanian Bites (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 1G, 2G, 3G, 53
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
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