- Must visit
Gallerie dell'Accademia
A leading Venetian art museum with masterpieces by Bellini, Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto in a grand former confraternity building.
Cheapest price
kr698
Average price
kr985
Fastest journey
16 h 10 m
Average duration
16 h 52 m
Buses per day
12
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 kr985 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr698.
Of the 12 buses that leave Cologne for Venice on Mon, Aug 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct buses cover the 729 km distance in an average of 16 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 10 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest buses will take 17 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Cologne to Venice run on average 10 times per day, taking around 18h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr552 but you can travel from only kr503 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 kr552 |
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 |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr674 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:14PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 20h26 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr1203 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price kr802 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr866 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr1419 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr1128 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 35h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr1687 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price kr895 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr791 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr791 |
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Venice buses for today, Sunday, August 2. 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) | 17h35 | 12:10 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 17h15 | 11:50 AM 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 | 7:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h35 | 3:30 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 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 | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 17h20 | 6:55 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 17h40 | 7:15 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Venice by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Venice buses use the Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) to Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia, Tronchetto. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Venice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and baggage claim area.
Ticket office support is available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).
Available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia is 7 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the departures area.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia.
Available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia: Elevators, ramps.
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