Find coaches from Cologne to Madrid

Tue29 Jul
Today30 Jul
from US$172
Tomorrow31 Jul
Fri1 Aug
Sat2 Aug
Sun3 Aug
Mon4 Aug
Tue5 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Estación Sur
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Madrid

Bus
Average priceUS$97 - US$406Average duration1d 4h
36kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average priceUS$106 - US$219Average duration1d 5h
34kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$96 - US$160Average duration18h 40m
60kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Madrid

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 18 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
18h 40mAverage duration
US$96Cheapest ticket
60kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Madrid: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$216
Average bus trip duration1d 4h
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure00:05
Distance889 miles
Latest bus departure23:55

Cologne to Madrid Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Cologne to Madrid. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Cologne to Madrid from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Madrid from Cologne, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Madrid

  1. What's the distance between Cologne and Madrid by coach?

    The journey from Cologne to Madrid by coach covers an approximate distance of 888 miles (1432 km).

  2. How can I travel from Cologne to Madrid avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Cologne to Madrid without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/07
US$169
29/07
US$157
Today
US$162
31/07
US$164
01/08
US$197
02/08
US$192
03/08
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04/08
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Madrid was searched and found on 29 Jul 2025 with a price of US$157

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Madrid as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$157 to US$362 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$164, which is on 2025-07-31.

Usually Flixbus (DE) will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cologne and Madrid!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cologne to Madrid, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cologne to Madrid.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Cologne to Madrid.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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You can also go to Madrid by train

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