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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Riga | Gummersbacher Str. | Cheapest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Starptautiskā autoosta | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Hbf | No tags | |||||
 | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
| Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:49 PM EET.
Get from Riga to Cologne
The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 805, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riga and Cologne?
Stops in Riga
- APrāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
- B
Riga Airport
- C
Seaport
Eksporta iela 3A, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia - D
Port: Riga
Eksporta iela 3B, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
Stops in Cologne
- BGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- CBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riga 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Riga to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riga to Cologne start at R 1 805. The average price for this route is around R 2 023. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Riga to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Riga to Cologne is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1297 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Riga to Cologne route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riga to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Riga to Cologne at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riga to Cologne?
A bus trip from Riga to Cologne produces an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Riga to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Ecolines, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 153 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riga to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Ecolines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Riga to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Riga to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ecolines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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 Riga to Cologne was searched and found on 23 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 787To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riga to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 787 to R 2 798 for a bus ticket from Riga to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 961, which is on 2026-01-24.
