Find coaches from Cologne to Rome

Today1 Aug
from US$220
Tomorrow2 Aug
from US$245
Sun3 Aug
from US$207
Mon4 Aug
Tue5 Aug
from US$133
Wed6 Aug
from US$133
Thu7 Aug
Fri8 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: Rome
    Destination location: Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Rome

Bus
Average priceUS$69 - US$337Average duration1d 1h
28kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average priceUS$75 - US$197Average duration1d 4h
26kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$113 - US$113Average duration15h 30m
46kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Cologne to Rome

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Rome. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just US$75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1d 4hAverage duration
US$75Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Rome: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$132
Average bus trip duration1d 1h
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure02:00
Distance684 miles
Latest bus departure23:35

Cologne to Rome Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Cologne to Rome. 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 Rome from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Rome 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 - Rome

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

    The journey from Cologne to Rome by coach covers an approximate distance of 677 miles (1092 km).

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

    To travel from Cologne to Rome without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
30/07
US$134
31/07
US$145
Today
US$205
02/08
US$229
03/08
US$194
04/08
US$175
05/08
US$126
06/08
US$126
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Rome was searched and found on 5 Aug 2025 with a price of US$126

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

You can expect to pay from US$126 to US$241 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Rome based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$126, which is on 2025-08-05.

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 Rome!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cologne to Rome, 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 Rome.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cologne to Rome while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

Bus from Cologne to Rome

You can also go to Rome by train

Train from Cologne to Rome

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