Are there accessibility options when taking a coach from Cologne to Bucharest?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cologne to Bucharest: FlixBus Assistance Priority boarding Wheelchair-accessible buses. Union Ivkoni International Assistance Priority seating Service animals allowed.

Can I book additional luggage for the coach from Cologne to Bucharest?

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Bucharest: FlixBus Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee. Union Ivkoni International 10 USD per additional bag.

Can I bring my pet on board the coach from Cologne to Bucharest?

Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Cologne to Bucharest. The following conditions apply: FlixBus Small pets in carriers allowed guide dogs travel for free.

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Bucharest

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Nov

Cheapest price on 13 Nov: S$128
Average ticket price on 13 Nov: S$149
Fastest journey on 13 Nov: 1 d 6 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 13 Nov: 1 d 9 h 34 m
Buses on 13 Nov: 3
Distance: 1599 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Cologne to Bucharest will cost around S$149 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only S$128.

Fast coaches

On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 3 buses from Cologne to Bucharest, including 1 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 1599 km distance in an average of 1 d 9 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 6 h 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 d 12 h 36 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.

FlixBus · FlixBus
2:20 AM 33h10
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
12:30 PM
București, Autogara Militari
S$128
1 One-way
1 change
FlixTrain+FlixBus · FlixBus
4:14 PM 36h36
Cologne Hbf
5:50 AM
București, Autogara Militari
S$144
1 One-way
2 changes
FlixBus
9:55 PM 30h55
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
5:50 AM
București, Autogara Militari
S$177
1 One-way
0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cologne to Bucharest

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Buses from Cologne to Bucharest run on average 3 times per day, taking around 32h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at S$89 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:10, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 1599 km distance in 30h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

1599 km

Average bus duration

32h 3m

Cheapest ticket price

S$89

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

30h 45m

First bus

1:10 AM

Last bus

11:35 PM

Cheapest Month

Nov

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Fri

Least Busy Day

Sun

Best time to book

14 days

Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Cologne to Bucharest trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cologne to Bucharest.

Cheap coach tickets from Cologne to Bucharest can start from as little as S$89 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cologne to Bucharest is S$188; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The earliest coach from Cologne to Bucharest leaves at 1:10 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest coach from Cologne to Bucharest leaves at 11:35 pm.

Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Cologne to Bucharest with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

Cologne to Bucharest bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Bucharest coaches for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
	8:45 PM Cologne	50h40	11:25 PM Bucharest	0 changesdirect
	9:35 PM Cologne	36h40	10:15 AM Bucharest	0 changesdirect
	10:35 PM Cologne	36h40	11:15 AM Bucharest	0 changesdirect
Friday, 13 November
FlixBus · FlixBus	2:20 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	33h10	12:30 PM București, Autogara Militari	1 change
This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Cologne to Bucharest coaches with Omio?

FlixBus as well as Union Ivkoni International offer coaches services from Cologne to Bucharest.

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Cologne to Bucharest.

Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Union Ivkoni International to find the best option for your trip from Cologne to Bucharest.
Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Cologne to Bucharest.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Union Ivkoni International to find the best option for your trip from Cologne to Bucharest.
Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Cologne to Bucharest.

Bus providers: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International from Cologne to BucharestYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Bucharest with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International for as low as S$89. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About

FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average FlixBus Duration

30h 45m

Cheapest FlixBus Price

S$101

FlixBus frequency

3 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Union Ivkoni International

About

Union Ivkoni International is a prominent bus company based in Sofia, Bulgaria, established in 1992. It is recognized as the largest bus carrier in Bulgaria and a leader in bus transport across Europe. The company offers extensive services, including regular bus lines, bus rentals, and bus tours, with over 715 daily departures to more than 100 towns in Bulgaria and over 150 towns in Central and Western Europe, Greece, and Turkey. Union Ivkoni also operates its own tourist brand, Uni Holidays, providing various excursions, vacations, and plane tickets.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Union Ivkoni International Duration

36h 0m

Cheapest Union Ivkoni International Price

S$89

Union Ivkoni International frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.

Additional luggage

10 USD per additional bag.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority seating; Service animals allowed.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cologne and Bucharest

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Cologne to Bucharest, you can count on FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International for the best way to get you to Bucharest. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cologne and Bucharest and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cologne to Bucharest:

FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cologne to Bucharest for coach company FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.

Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cologne to Bucharest depends on the coach companies:

FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.

No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Cologne to Bucharest.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Bucharest:

FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Bucharest:

FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Cologne to Bucharest. The following conditions apply:

FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cologne to Bucharest with the following coach company: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cologne to Bucharest with the following coach company: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cologne to Bucharest with the following coach company: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.

FAQs: Cologne to Bucharest coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Bucharest by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Bucharest

Most Cologne to Bucharest buses use the Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) to București, Autogara Militari station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Bucharest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Cologne

Arrival bus stations in Bucharest

Which Cologne station do buses to Bucharest leave from?

Buses from Cologne to Bucharest leave from Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen). The station is 13 km from Cologne city centre at Kennedystrasse, Koln, Germany.

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)Kennedystrasse, Koln, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) from Cologne city centre

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 8m · S$7 · every ~2 min

Rb26 · 12m · S$7

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) bus station facilities and services

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.

More about Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)Kennedystrasse, 51147 Koln, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) from Cologne city centre

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 16m · S$7 · every ~2 min

Rb26 · 20m · S$7

Re · 21m · every ~2 min

BusS19, S12 · 27m · S$8

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) bus station facilities and services

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.