Bus from Budapest to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Budapest to Cologne on March 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Könyves Kálmán
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
Flixbus
Kelenföld
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet
Kelenföld
Terminál 2No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Budapest Airport (BUD)
HbfNo tags
Flixbus
Budapest Airport (BUD)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Budapest to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 12 hours, and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
12hAverage Duration
957 kmDistance
40kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$80 - $210Average Duration20h
24kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$123 - $123Average Duration12h
40kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Budapest to Cologne by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Cologne?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Cologne start from $80. The average price for this route is around $127. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Cologne?

    The average bus travel time from Budapest to Cologne is 20h, covering a distance of 949 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Budapest to Cologne route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Budapest to Cologne?

    The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Cologne at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Cologne?

    A bus trip from Budapest to Cologne generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Budapest to Cologne?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1069 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Cologne?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Budapest to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Budapest to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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03-01
$94
03-02
$102
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$102
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