How to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Santiago de Compostela to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €100. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €100, and a train costs an average of €511.

Distance: 915 miles (1474 km)

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€164

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29h 12m

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28h 42m

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28h 53m

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The cheapest way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne is a bus with an average price of €164.

This is compared to other travel options from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne:

A bus is €347 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne costing on average €511.

A bus is €396 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne costing on average €560.

The fastest way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 25m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 28h 23m.

Bus takes on average 28h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Santiago de Compostela and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne among Omio's users.

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from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne

How to get from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne by train, bus or flight.

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:30 AM30h10
    Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses
    5:40 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)
    2041One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:30 AM30h10
    Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses
    5:40 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)
    2041One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1189 · LH980+Edelweiss AirLX8225+RyanairFR 4501
    10:10 AM12h20
    Santiago de Compostela Airport
    10:30 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    13201One-way
    3 transfers

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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    11:30 AM34h18
    Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses
    9:48 PMCologne Hbf
    2121One-way
    3 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA459+Aer LingusBA5931+RyanairFR 4501+IberiaBA7268
    9:20 AM13h10
    Santiago de Compostela Airport
    10:30 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    9781One-way
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela to Cologne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Santiago de Compostela and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne is a bus with an average price of €164.

This is compared to other travel options from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne:

A bus is €347 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne costing on average €511.

A bus is €396 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne costing on average €560.

The fastest way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 25m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 28h 23m.

Bus takes on average 28h 42m.

The distance from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne is approximately 915 miles (1474 km).
The average frequency per day from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne is:
  • Around 1 flights per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Santiago de Compostela Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Santiago de Compostela to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with AVE, Renfe Viajeros to go to Cologne by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Cologne by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Santiago de Compostela 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.
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