Bus from Prague to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Prague to Cologne on 12 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RegioJet
Florenc
Terminál 2CheapestFastest
Flixbus
PRG Airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)
HbfNo tags
Flixbus
PRG Airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)
HbfNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:10 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Prague to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 11 hours 26 minutes and with fares starting at just R 739, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
11h 26mAverage duration
538 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 629 - R 3 085Average duration12h
13kg CO₂e
Average priceR 739 - R 947Average duration11h 26m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Prague to Cologne by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Prague to Cologne start at R 629. The average price for this route is around R 961. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Prague to Cologne?

    The average bus journey time from Prague to Cologne is 12h, covering a distance of 524 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 5m and is operated by RegioJet.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 38 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Prague to Cologne?

    The earliest bus departs from Prague to Cologne at 03:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

    A bus trip from Prague to Cologne produces an estimated 13.096350000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Prague 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 1073 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Prague to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Prague 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.

Best price found
07/04
R 1 076
08/04
R 948
Today
R 898
10/04
R 798
11/04
R 769
12/04
R 696
13/04
R 596
14/04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Prague to Cologne was searched and found on 13 Apr 2026 with a price of R 596

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

You can expect to pay from R 596 to R 2 211 for a bus ticket from Prague to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 596, which is on 2026-04-13.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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