How to travel from Zagreb to Cologne

There are 3 options to travel between Zagreb and Cologne including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Cologne is a train with an average price of $77 (€62).

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

A train is $0.43 (€0.35) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Zagreb to Cologne costing on average $77 (€62).

A train is $149 (€121) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Cologne costing on average $226 (€183).

The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 57m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 40m.

Bus takes on average 17h 26m.

The distance from Zagreb to Cologne is approximately 544 miles (876 km).

The average frequency per day from Zagreb to Cologne is:

• Around 8 buses per day.
• Around 5 flights per day.
• Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zagreb to Cologne:

• Flights mostly depart from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Zagreb Main Station and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Zagreb, Bus Station and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zagreb to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Cologne by bus.
• Travel with Eurowings, Smartwings, Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa to go to Cologne by flight.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Cologne by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Zagreb to Cologne with the following travel companies:

• 0 direct flights per day with Smartwings.
• 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.

Omio customers who travel from Zagreb 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.