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Museum Ludwig
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside Cologne Cathedral, known for Picasso, Pop Art, and an excellent overview of 20th-century art.
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
13 h 55 m
Average duration
15 h 52 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
610 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
It's difficult to get from Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $70, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 379 miles (610 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
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$96 Average price Cheapest | $260 Average price | $233 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 33m Average total duration 14h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport:
A bus is $164 (€132) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport costing on average $260 (€210).
Other travel options to Cologne Bonn Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 3m.
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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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 27h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $292 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
The table below shows live departures for Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport buses for today, Saturday, May 30. 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 | 6:30 PM Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station) | 13h55 | 8:25 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 PM Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station) | 16h15 | 12:10 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station) | 20h10 | 7:40 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 AM Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station) | 17h30 | 2:55 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 AM Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station) | 18h10 | 4:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station) | 16h45 | 6:45 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 14h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $70 (€56) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 07:50, the last at 19:20. The fastest bus covers the 379 miles (610 km) distance in 14h 55m.
Distance 379 miles (610 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€56) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 14h 55m |
First bus 7:50 AM |
Last bus 7:20 PM |
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Major modern and contemporary art museum beside Cologne Cathedral, known for Picasso, Pop Art, and an excellent overview of 20th-century art.
Popular chocolate museum on the Rhine, featuring the history of cacao, production displays, and family-friendly exhibits.
One of Germany’s important fine-art museums, with medieval, Baroque, and Impressionist collections in the city center.
Broad riverside promenade in Deutz with one of the city’s most photographed postcard views of the cathedral skyline.
Historic Old Town square lined with traditional buildings, a lively base for exploring Cologne’s oldest central streets.
Regenerated harbor district mixing waterfront promenades and modern architecture, especially popular for walks and social-media photos.
The city’s signature pale, top-fermented beer, traditionally served in small glasses. It is central to Cologne’s brewing culture and best known as the local drink to try.
A classic Cologne rye roll with Gouda cheese, butter, mustard, and onions. Despite the name, it contains no chicken and is a beloved local pub snack.
A traditional Rhineland dish of mashed potatoes and apple sauce, often served with black pudding and fried onions. The sweet-savory combination is iconic in Cologne.
Modern fine-dining restaurant in Cologne known for creative tasting menus and polished service, offering a high-end contrast to the city’s traditional brauhaus scene.
Long-established casual restaurant famous for schnitzel and hearty German cooking, with a friendly neighborhood feel and generous portions.
Established traditional brewhouse in central Cologne known for Kölsch, Halver Hahn, and hearty Rhineland classics in a lively historic atmosphere.
Airport prices are above city averages, but Germany overall is moderate. Expect higher costs for meals, coffee, and convenience items in terminals.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Round up for taxis. Small tips are appreciated at cafés but not required.
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