How to travel from Bologna to Cologne

There are 3 options to travel between Bologna and Cologne including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Cologne is a bus with an average price of $94 (€76).

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Cologne:

A bus is $67 (€54) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Cologne costing on average $161 (€130).

A bus is $125 (€101) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Cologne costing on average $219 (€177).

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 50m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 18m.

Bus takes on average 16h 23m.

The distance from Bologna to Cologne is approximately 489 miles (787 km).

The average frequency per day from Bologna to Cologne is:

• Around 13 flights per day.
• Around 8 buses per day.
• Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Cologne as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Cologne:

• Flights mostly depart from Bologna Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Cologne by train.
• Travel with Malta Air, Eurowings, Ryanair, Smartwings, Air Dolomiti, Swiss to go to Cologne by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Cologne by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to Cologne with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair, Smartwings.
• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Cologne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cologne and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Cologne to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Cologne, you can explore the Cologne Chocolate Museum to learn about chocolate history and production, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and visit the Botanical Gardens Flora for stunning floral displays. Discover trendy boutiques and vibrant street art in the Belgian Quarter, or attend a concert at the renowned Cologne Philharmonic Hall. Don't miss the iconic Cologne Cathedral, the modern art collection at Museum Ludwig, and the love lock-adorned Hohenzollern Bridge. Wander through the charming Old Town (Altstadt) and visit the diverse Cologne Zoo.

Three days are generally recommended to explore Cologne's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, Old Town, and museums.