How to travel from Rome to Cologne

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Compare bus and flight for Rome to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $128 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.1 - 2.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $128, while a flight costs an average of $473.

Distance: 677 miles (1090 km)

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$473

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$397

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5h 15m

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22h 32m

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13h 34m

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3.3 - 6.5kg

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1.1 - 2.7kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Cologne is a bus with an average price of $128 (€106).

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

A bus is $345 (€285) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Cologne costing on average $473 (€391).

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 15m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Bus takes on average 22h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rome and Cologne including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Rome to Cologne among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 10h 19m sooner (3h 15m by flight vs 13h 34m by car). Tickets start at around $473 (€391) compared to roughly $397 (€328) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Rome to Cologne

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:00 PM23h45
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    4:45 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    $1251One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:00 PM23h45
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    4:45 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    $1251One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW887
    2:30 PM2h00
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    4:30 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    $2121One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:00 AM26h40
    Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    1:40 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    $1271One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    5:00 PM28h55
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    9:55 PMCologne Hbf
    $1331One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:05 PM27h15
    Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    4:20 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    $1461One-way
    2 transfers
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1862 · TK1675
    10:55 AM7h20
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    6:15 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    $4241One-way
    1 transfer
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1362 · TK1675
    7:05 AM11h10
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    6:15 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    $4241One-way
    1 transfer
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1864 · TK1671
    8:05 PM13h20
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    9:25 AMCologne Bonn Airport
    $4241One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Rome to Cologne

Travel to Cologne 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 Rome to Cologne.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Rome and Cologne including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Cologne is a bus with an average price of $128 (€106).

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

A bus is $345 (€285) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Cologne costing on average $473 (€391).

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 15m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Bus takes on average 22h 32m.

The distance from Rome to Cologne is approximately 677 miles (1090 km).
The average frequency per day from Rome to Cologne is:
  • Around 10 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rome and Cologne 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 Rome to Cologne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).
  • Trains mostly depart from Rome Tiburtina and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome 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 Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, AJet, Air Baltic, Smartwings, Turkish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Malta Air, ITA, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Cologne by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Rome to Cologne:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Smartwings, Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Rome to Cologne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, London, Brussels. 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.
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