Madrid to Cologne bus

Thu, Sep 12
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Cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Cologne

Showing times and prices for Sep 12

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
FlixBus
04:40PM29h15
Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83
09:55PMCologne Hbf
$1391One-way
2 transfers
2nd Cheapest
FlixBus
04:40PM24h45
Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83
05:25PMKöln, Flughafen
$1391One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
08:35PM26h10
Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83
10:45PMKöln, Flughafen
$1441One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
09:10PM25h35
Madrid
10:45PMKöln, Flughafen
$1481One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
08:50PM31h05
Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83
03:55AMKöln, Flughafen
$1591One-way
2 transfers

Bus schedule from Madrid to Cologne

Showing buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 12
FlixBus
03:45PM28h05
Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83
07:50PMKöln, Flughafen
1 transfer
FlixBus
04:40PM24h45
Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83
05:25PMKöln, Flughafen
1 transfer
FlixBus
04:40PM29h15
Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83
09:55PMCologne Hbf
2 transfers
FlixBus
08:35PM26h10
Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83
10:45PMKöln, Flughafen
1 transfer
FlixBus
08:50PM40h08
Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83
12:58PMCologne Hbf
3 transfers
FlixBus
08:50PM31h05
Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83
03:55AMKöln, Flughafen
2 transfers
FlixBus
09:10PM25h35
Madrid
10:45PMKöln, Flughafen
1 transfer
FlixBus
09:10PM39h48
Madrid
12:58PMCologne Hbf
3 transfers
FlixBus
11:25PM47h20
Madrid
10:45PMKöln, Flughafen
2 transfers

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How far in advance should I book bus tickets from Madrid to Cologne?

The best time to book your bus from Madrid to Cologne is 70 days before departure. See how prices for buses change on the Madrid to Cologne route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Madrid to Cologne per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your bus from Madrid to Cologne.

Bus times from Madrid to Cologne

Showing times and prices for Sep 12

Fastest Journey

1 d 45 m

Average

1 d 8 h 27 m

Buses per day

9

Distance

1430 km

It's difficult to get from Madrid to Cologne without transferring at least once.

Fastest
FlixBus
04:40PM24h45
Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83
05:25PMKöln, Flughafen
$1391One-way
1 transfer
2nd Fastest
FlixBus
09:10PM25h35
Madrid
10:45PMKöln, Flughafen
$1481One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
08:35PM26h10
Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83
10:45PMKöln, Flughafen
$1441One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
03:45PM28h05
Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83
07:50PMKöln, Flughafen
$1681One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
04:40PM29h15
Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83
09:55PMCologne Hbf
$1391One-way
2 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Madrid to Cologne

distanceDistance886 miles (1429 km)
durationAverage bus duration24 h 45 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$173 (€147)
frequencyBus frequency1 a day
changesDirect busNo
carriersBus companiesFlixBus

Buses from Madrid to Cologne cover the 886 miles (1429 km) long trip taking on average 24 h 45 min with our travel partners like FlixBus. Normally, there is 1 bus operating per day. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $173 (€147), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $95 (€80).

Bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Alsa from Madrid to Cologne

Find the best buses from Madrid to Cologne with Omio's travel partners FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Alsa from $80 (€68). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a popular French bus company from France operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe and connecting over 300 destinations. It is a subsidiary of the French carpooling service, BlaBlaCar. Standard amenities on BlaBlaCar Bus include toilets, air conditioning, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long bus journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. There is also free Wi-Fi available on select routes. The only ticket type from BlaBlaCar Bus is the Standard ticket, which allows each traveler to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags.

FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Cologne

FAQs: Take the bus from Madrid to Cologne with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Cologne.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Cologne can start from as little as $95 (€80) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Madrid to Cologne is $173 (€147); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Madrid to Cologne bus travel time is 24 h 45 min   for the 886 mile (1429 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Madrid to Cologne leaves at 12: 50 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Madrid to Cologne leaves at 9: 25 PM.
There is 1 bus a day from Madrid to Cologne which require at least one change with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
Take the Madrid to Cologne bus with FlixBus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the route from Madrid to Cologne as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a bus from Madrid to Cologne is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Cologne from Madrid including taking a train, bus or flight.

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