How to travel from Cologne to Udine

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Compare bus and flight for Cologne to Udine

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Udine among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €84 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €84, while a flight costs an average of €393.

Distance: 442 miles (712 km)

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€84

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Cheapest

€393

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€7

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18h 47m

Average total duration

18h 17m

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4h 34m

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2h 34m

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10h 42m

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0.7 - 1.8kg

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2.1 - 4.3kg

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Compare ways to travel from Cologne to Udine

Compare the available ways to get from Cologne to Udine, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Udine is a bus with an average price of €84.

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

A bus is €310 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Udine costing on average €393.

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

Other travel options to Udine take longer:

Bus takes on average 18h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne and Udine including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne to Udine among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €84 compared to roughly €7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€76. The journey takes 18h 17m versus 10h 42m 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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FAQs: Travel from Cologne to Udine

Travel to Udine 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 Udine.

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There are 2 options to travel between Cologne and Udine including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Udine is a bus with an average price of €84.

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

A bus is €310 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Udine costing on average €393.

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

Other travel options to Udine take longer:

Bus takes on average 18h 47m.

The distance from Cologne to Udine is approximately 442 miles (712 km).
The average frequency per day from Cologne to Udine is:
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cologne and Udine 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 Udine:
  • Flights mostly depart from Cologne Bonn Airport and arrive in Venice Marco Polo Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) and arrive in Udine, Autostazione Viale Europa Unita.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cologne to Udine, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Eurowings, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic, ITA, Swiss, Smartwings to go to Udine by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Udine by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Cologne to Udine:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Smartwings.
Omio customers who travel from Cologne to Udine often also extend their vacation to go to Venice, Vienna, Villach, Milan, Rome. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Udine and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Udine to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully experience Udine's historic sites, vibrant culture, and nearby attractions, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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