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Lviv National Art Gallery
Major art museum network centered in Lviv, known for Ukrainian and European painting, sculpture, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 8 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
1214 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Lviv is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Lviv will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 4 buses that leave Cologne for Lviv on Fri, Jun 12, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 12 the direct buses cover the 1214 km distance in an average of 1 d 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 1 h 25 m .
On Fri, Jun 12 the slowest buses will take 1 d 2 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Lviv among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $71.
Distance: 754 miles (1214 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$78 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price | $268 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
27h 50m Average total duration 27h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 56m Average total duration Fastest 22h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Lviv:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Lviv costing on average $99 (€81).
Other travel options to Lviv take longer:
Bus takes on average 27h 20m.
Tickets start at around $78 (€64) compared to roughly $268 (€218) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $190 (€155). The journey takes 27h 20m versus 14h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Infobus, FlixBus, KLR, Euroticket, Sindbad.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 27h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 26h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 29h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 25h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 25h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 28h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 25h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 25h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 25h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 26h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 24h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:14AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 23h46 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:01AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 28h14 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $137 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 29h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 27h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 31h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 26h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 26h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 29h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 26h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 29h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 30h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $90 |
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Lviv buses for today, Thursday, June 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 30h05 | 6:40 AM Lviv, Striyska 109 (Львів, Стрийська 109) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 29h30 | 6:05 AM Lviv, Lviv Holovnýy (Львів, Льві́в-Головни́й) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 12 | |||||
![]() | 4:00 AM Cologne | 25h25 | 5:25 AM Lviv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 AM Cologne | 25h45 | 6:45 AM Lviv | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Cologne to Lviv run on average 17 times per day, taking around 27h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 754 miles (1214 km) distance in 23h 0m.
Distance 754 miles (1214 km) |
Average bus duration 27h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 23h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Lviv — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lviv trip today.
Major art museum network centered in Lviv, known for Ukrainian and European painting, sculpture, and decorative arts.
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Leading museum of Ukrainian sacred art, icons, manuscripts, and folk culture, important for understanding western Ukraine’s heritage.
The most atmospheric part of the old town, packed with historic facades, courtyards, and pedestrian streets.
Popular hillside park with walking paths and the city’s signature panoramic viewpoint, especially popular at sunset.
UNESCO-listed historic core best explored on foot, combining churches, mansions, lanes, and layered multicultural history.
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Service is often not included. Tip 10% in restaurants for good service, round up in taxis, and leave small change at cafes if you wish.
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