How to travel from Rome to Cologne

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 €97.

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

A bus is €98 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Cologne costing on average €195.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 3m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 42m.

Bus takes on average 25h 16m.

The distance from Rome to Cologne is approximately 677 miles (1090 km).

The average frequency per day from Rome to Cologne is:

• Around 14 flights per day.
• Around 9 buses per day.
• Around 2 trains 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).

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 Trenitalia, Intercity Notte to go to Cologne by train.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Cologne by bus.
• Travel with Malta Air, Eurowings, Ryanair, Smartwings, Lufthansa, Tuifly, ITA, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Austrian Airlines, Swiss, AJet to go to Cologne by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Rome to Cologne:

• 2 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Eurowings, Smartwings.

Omio customers who travel from Rome 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.