How to travel from Budapest to Cologne

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

The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Cologne is a bus with an average price of $90.

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

A bus is $53 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Cologne costing on average $143.

A bus is $216 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Cologne costing on average $306.

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 34m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 13h 9m.

Bus takes on average 17h 26m.

The distance from Budapest to Cologne is approximately 594 miles (956 km).

The average frequency per day from Budapest to Cologne is:

• Around 25 buses per day.
• Around 15 trains per day.
• Around 6 flights per day.

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

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

• Flights mostly depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Budapest Keleti and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).

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

• Travel with FlixBus to go to Cologne by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, EuroNight, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Railjet to go to Cologne by train.
• Travel with Eurowings, Wizz Air, Lufthansa, Smartwings, Ryanair, Air Baltic to go to Cologne by flight.

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

• 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
• 0 direct flights per day with Smartwings.

Omio customers who travel from Budapest 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.