- Must visit
Museum Ludwig
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its strong Picasso collection and Pop Art holdings.
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$139
Fastest journey
1 d 8 h 50 m
Average duration
1 d 9 h 17 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
1654 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kyiv to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kyiv to Cologne will cost around $139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Of the 23 buses that leave Kyiv for Cologne on Sat, Jun 20, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 1654 km distance in an average of 1 d 9 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 8 h 50 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 d 9 h 45 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kyiv to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, and a train costs an average of $223.
Distance: 1027 miles (1654 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$85 Average price Cheapest | $402 Average price | $380 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
37h 53m Average total duration 37h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32h 11m Average total duration Fastest 31h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kyiv to Cologne:
A bus is $318 (€261) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kyiv to Cologne costing on average $402 (€330).
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Bus takes on average 37h 23m.
Tickets start at around $85 (€69) compared to roughly $380 (€312) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $295 (€242). The journey takes 37h 23m versus 21h 10m 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, 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 Infobus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 38h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 37h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Odri | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 37h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Grandes Tour | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 37h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 37h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 32h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator GRANDES TOUR | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 40h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator East West Eurolines | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 33h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator Grandes Tour | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 36h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 36h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 40h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator Odri | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 36h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Grandes Tour | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 36h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 36h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator East West Eurolines | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 33h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 36h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 38h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator Odri | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 36h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 36h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 40h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 08:56PM | Duration 38h51 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 33h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator Way Grand | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 33h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 08:56PM | Duration 38h21 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 38h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 39h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 31h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator Euroclub | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 31h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator EuroClub | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 32h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 38h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator Eurovoyage | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 37h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator EUROVOYAGE | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 37h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $168 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 37h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator Volodymyrets Transservis | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 35h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 36h30 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 32h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 36h05 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 37h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 32h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 32h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 32h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 38h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 38h30 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator East West Eurolines | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 38h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 34h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 37h30 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 37h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 33h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator East West Eurolines | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 37h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 40h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 37h10 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator East West Eurolines | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 37h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 37h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 33h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 32h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 37h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 37h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 01:41PM | Duration 46h26 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $226 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 36h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 10:56AM | Duration 41h41 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 39h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 39h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 12:56PM | Duration 41h41 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 40h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 38h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 39h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 39h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $143 |
The table below shows live departures for Kyiv to Cologne buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0 | 11:30 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 38h30 | 1:00 AM Köln, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:00 PM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 34h40 | 9:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 33h45 | 9:15 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
030г · 030г | 12:30 PM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 40h00 | 3:30 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:30 PM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 34h10 | 9:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
0 | 12:30 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 37h30 | 1:00 AM Köln, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 12:50 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 37h10 | 1:00 AM Köln, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 33h15 | 9:15 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 1:00 PM Dachna Bus Station | 33h40 | 9:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 1:25 PM Dachna Bus Station | 32h50 | 9:15 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 37h40 | 4:40 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 36h40 | 4:40 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 39h40 | 8:05 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2 transfers | |
0 | 9:30 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 38h15 | 10:45 AM Köln, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 39h35 | 1:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 39h05 | 1:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
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0 | 5:15 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 37h15 | 5:30 PM Köln, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 5:20 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 37h30 | 5:50 PM Köln, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:00 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 33h25 | 2:25 PM Köln, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Kyiv | 40h55 | 9:55 PM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:00 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 36h50 | 5:50 PM Köln, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:10 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 36h20 | 5:30 PM Köln, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:10 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 36h40 | 5:50 PM Köln, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:15 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 33h10 | 2:25 PM Köln, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:20 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 36h10 | 5:30 PM Köln, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
7094455 | 7:20 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 33h55 | 4:15 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:50 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 38h50 | 9:40 PM Köln, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
6874106 | 9:45 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 35h45 | 8:30 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Kyiv to Cologne run on average 21 times per day, taking around 37h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 1027 miles (1654 km) distance in 32h 10m.
Distance 1027 miles (1654 km) |
Average bus duration 37h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 32h 10m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Cologne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cologne trip today.
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its strong Picasso collection and Pop Art holdings.
Cologne’s key archaeology museum for Roman heritage, especially famous for the Dionysus mosaic and Roman artifacts from the city.
Important fine arts museum with medieval, Baroque, and 19th-century painting, including one of Germany’s leading Impressionist collections.
Popular riverfront promenade in Deutz with one of the city’s best postcard views toward the cathedral skyline, especially at sunset.
Classic walking area with narrow lanes, traditional houses, churches, and river access, ideal for first-time visitors.
One of the Old Town’s best-known squares, surrounded by historic facades and a lively atmosphere close to major sights.
Cologne’s signature top-fermented pale beer, traditionally served in small cylindrical glasses. It is central to the city’s brewing culture and best enjoyed in a local brauhaus.
A classic Cologne dish of mashed potatoes and apple sauce, usually served with black pudding and fried onions. The sweet-savory combination is strongly associated with Rhineland home cooking.
Despite the name, this is not chicken but a rye bread roll with aged Gouda, butter, mustard, and onions. It is a beloved Kölsch beer snack in traditional Cologne pubs.
An established fine-dining restaurant in central Cologne offering refined modern European cuisine, polished service, and an elegant hotel dining room.
A well-known casual restaurant loved for schnitzel and hearty German comfort food. It has a relaxed, local feel and a strong reputation among visitors and residents.
One of Cologne’s most famous brauhäuser near the cathedral, known for Kölsch and classic Rhineland dishes in a lively traditional atmosphere.
Moderate by German standards. Museums and transit are reasonable, while hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Add EUR 1-2 for taxis, and round up in cafés if table service is provided.
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Köln ZOB, Cologne -> Köln Hauptbahnhof, Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kyiv to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kyiv to Cologne buses use the Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) station pair, with some services arriving at Köln, ZOB. Use this guide to compare Kyiv and Cologne 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, ZOB is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), McDonald's (0.2 km), Vapiano (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Köln, ZOB.
Available at Köln, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, ZOB: 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.
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