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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Rome Anagnina | Cheapest | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Fastest | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Rome Fiumicino Airport | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Rome Fiumicino Airport | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 13:12 CET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Rome
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Rome. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just €52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price€52 - €333 | Average duration1d 1h | 27kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price€97 - €97 | Average duration15h 30m | 46kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Rome?
Stops in Cologne
- A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Rome
- ALargo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
- B
Rome Ciampino Airport
- C
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
- D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy - E
Roma
- F
Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Rome
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Rome?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Rome start from €52. The average price for this route is around €80. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Rome?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Rome is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1080 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 21h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Rome route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Rome?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Rome at 04:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Rome?
A bus journey from Cologne to Rome produces an estimated 27 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Cologne to Rome?
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 1067 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Rome?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Rome?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Rome?
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.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Rome was searched and found on 2 Feb 2026 with a price of €53To 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 €53 to €140 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 €53, which is on 2026-02-02.
Usually BlaBlaCar Bus 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Rome?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
