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Compare train and bus for Cologne to Irun
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Irun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $131 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 21h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $131, while a bus costs an average of $131.
Distance: 665 miles (1071 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$131 Average price Cheapest | $251 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 48m Average total duration Fastest 21h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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Tickets start at around $131 compared to roughly $251 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $120. The journey takes 21h 18m versus 13h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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How to get from Cologne to Irun by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Cologne to Irun is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

10:55 AM 20h20 Cologne 7:15 AM Irun $58 1 One-way 0 transfers
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10:55 AM 20h20 Cologne 7:15 AM Irun $58 1 One-way 0 transfers
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10:55 AM 20h20 Cologne 7:15 AM Irun $58 1 One-way 0 transfers
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10:00 PM 26h10 Cologne 12:10 AM Irun $189 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cologne and Irun as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Cologne Bonn Airport and arrive in San Sebastián Airport.
- Buses mostly depart from Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) and arrive in Hendaye, Avenida D'espagne.
- Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Irun by bus.
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