- Must visit
Doge's Palace
Gothic palace museum of the former Venetian Republic, known for grand state rooms, prisons, and the Bridge of Sighs. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$101
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
16 h 10 m
Average duration
17 h 13 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
729 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Venice will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
Of the 9 buses that leave Cologne for Venice on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 729 km distance in an average of 17 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 18 h 35 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $53.
Distance: 452 miles (729 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$96 Average price Cheapest | $366 Average price | $211 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 31m Average total duration 18h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 59m Average total duration 12h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Venice:
A bus is $115 (€94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Venice costing on average $211 (€173).
A bus is $270 (€221) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Venice costing on average $366 (€300).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 29m.
Bus takes on average 18h 1m.
You'll arrive about -7h -43m sooner (18h 1m by bus vs 11h 18m by car) and save roughly $-88.49 (€-72.50) compared to fuel and tolls ($96 (€79) vs $8 (€6)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 26h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $183 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:14PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 20h26 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 35h20 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $177 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Venice buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 17h15 | 11:50 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 17h35 | 12:10 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
(Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna) · (Prague -> Rome) | 7:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 35h20 | 7:00 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h35 | 3:30 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h10 | 3:05 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 20h40 | 8:10 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 18h35 | 6:10 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 18h10 | 8:10 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:00 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 16h10 | 6:10 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50457 · 94781 | 9:25 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 26h20 | 11:45 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 16h45 | 9:00 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 16h25 | 8:40 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Cologne to Venice run on average 10 times per day, taking around 18h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $53 (€43) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 452 miles (729 km) distance in 16h 10m.
Distance 452 miles (729 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 16h 10m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Venice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venice trip today.
Gothic palace museum of the former Venetian Republic, known for grand state rooms, prisons, and the Bridge of Sighs. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Venice's premier art museum, with major Venetian masters including Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
Influential modern art museum on the Grand Canal, featuring Picasso, Pollock, Dalí, and a sculpture garden in Peggy Guggenheim's former home.
Venice's ceremonial heart, surrounded by major monuments and one of the city's essential first stops.
Venice's main waterway, lined with palaces and best experienced from bridges, vaporetti, or waterside walks.
Historic market district by the Rialto, lively in the morning and ideal for experiencing everyday Venetian atmosphere.
A classic Venetian cicchetto of fried sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts, and raisins, showing the city’s historic taste for sweet-sour flavors.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil into a soft spread, traditionally served on bread or grilled polenta, and one of Venice’s signature bar snacks.
Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink, prized for its deep briny taste and striking black color.
Small, acclaimed seafood osteria near San Marco, known for market-fresh fish, refined cooking, and an intimate atmosphere.
Classic Burano trattoria famous for lagoon fish and risotto, offering a polished but traditional dining experience.
One of Venice’s oldest bacari, celebrated for cicchetti, wine, and a standing-room atmosphere full of local tradition.
Venice is pricier than many Italian cities, especially for hotels, tourist dining, and drinks near major sights.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Small change for cafes is enough.
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