How to travel from Cologne to Porto

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Compare bus and flight for Cologne to Porto

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $167 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.6 - 4.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $167, while a flight costs an average of $355.

Distance: 1003 miles (1615 km)

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Driving

$355

Average price

$167

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Cheapest

$540

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(fuel + tolls)

6h 35m

Average total duration

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4h 35m

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31h 54m

Average total duration

31h 24m

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30m

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20h 21m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

4.8 - 9.7kg

CO2 emissions

1.6 - 4.0kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Porto is a bus with an average price of $167.

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

A bus is $188 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Porto costing on average $355.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Porto is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 35m.

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Bus takes on average 31h 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne and Porto including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne to Porto among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 15h 46m sooner (4h 35m by flight vs 20h 21m by car) and save roughly $185 compared to fuel and tolls ($355 vs $540). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Cologne to Porto

How to get from Cologne to Porto by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Cologne to Porto is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:20 AM33h20
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    2:40 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $2391One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:20 AM33h20
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    2:40 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $2391One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SmartwingsEW606
    6:40 PM2h40
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    8:20 PMPorto Airport
    $2901One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:20 AM33h05
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    2:25 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $2701One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 PM31h55
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    8:10 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $2911One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:14 PM32h56
    Cologne Hbf
    8:10 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $2951One-way
    2 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 8664+Air EuropaUX6078 · UX1147
    1:00 PM18h50
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    6:50 AMPorto Airport
    $3661One-way
    2 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 8664+Air EuropaUX6096 · UX1147
    1:00 PM18h50
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    6:50 AMPorto Airport
    $3661One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+SmartwingsEW602
    11:45 AM8h55
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    7:40 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $3791One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Cologne to Porto

Travel to Porto easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Porto.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Cologne and Porto including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Porto is a bus with an average price of $167.

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

A bus is $188 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Porto costing on average $355.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Porto is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 35m.

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Bus takes on average 31h 54m.

The distance from Cologne to Porto is approximately 1003 miles (1615 km).
The average frequency per day from Cologne to Porto is:
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cologne to Porto:
  • Flights mostly depart from Cologne Bonn Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) and arrive in Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cologne to Porto, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ryanair, Malta Air, Smartwings, Lufthansa, Eurowings, Swiss, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, TAP Portugal, Edelweiss Air to go to Porto by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Porto by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Cologne to Porto:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Smartwings, Eurowings.
Omio customers who travel from Cologne to Porto often also extend their vacation to go to Lisbon, Madrid, Paris, Vigo, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Porto and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Porto to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Porto, you can take a scenic cruise along the Douro River, explore the vibrant Bolhão Market, and visit the Port wine cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy a traditional Fado music performance and wander through Crystal Palace Gardens. Don't miss the UNESCO-listed Ribeira District, the stunning Livraria Lello, and the panoramic views from Clérigos Tower. Visit the historic Porto Cathedral and the neoclassical Palácio da Bolsa.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Porto allows visitors to explore the main attractions, enjoy the local cuisine, and experience the vibrant culture of the city.

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