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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barcelona to Cologne

Showing times and prices for 24 Apr

Cheapest price

£81

Average price

£144

Fastest journey

19 h

Average duration

22 h 49 m

Buses per day

Distance

1123 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Barcelona to Cologne will cost around £144 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £81.

Fast coaches

Of the 11 buses that leave Barcelona for Cologne every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 1123 km distance in an average of 22 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h .

The slowest buses will take 1 d 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

FlixBus

13:2019h00

Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord

08:20Köln, Flughafen

£811One-way

0 changes

FlixBus · FlixBus

18:2026h05

Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord

20:25Köln, Flughafen

£1161One-way

1 change

FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus

14:3025h40

Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants

16:10Köln, Flughafen

£1331One-way

2 changes

3156 · 51119

15:1523h25

Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord

14:40Cologne

£1381One-way

1 change

3134 · 50428

16:4025h00

Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord

17:40Cologne

£1481One-way

1 change

Live departures

Barcelona to Cologne bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 23 April

Last updated at 12:18

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus	12:30 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants	25h40	14:10 Köln, Flughafen	2 changes
3156 · 51119	13:15 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	23h25	12:40 Cologne	1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus	13:45 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants	25h55	15:40 Köln, Flughafen	1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus	14:25 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	25h15	15:40 Köln, Flughafen	1 change
3134 · 50428	14:40 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	25h00	15:40 Cologne	1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus	16:20 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	26h05	18:25 Köln, Flughafen	1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus	21:10 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants	23h55	21:05 Köln, Flughafen	1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus	21:45 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	23h20	21:05 Köln, Flughafen	1 change
Thursday 24 April
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus	00:20 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants	25h35	01:55 Köln, Flughafen	2 changes
3140 · 50448	04:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	24h25	04:25 Cologne	1 change
FlixBus	11:20 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	19h00	06:20 Köln, Flughafen	0 changesdirect
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Cologne

Spain

Germany

Buses from Barcelona to Cologne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1d 25h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £33 by flight.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £33

Distance

1123 km

Average bus duration

1d 25h 28m

Cheapest ticket price

£50

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

19h 0m

First bus

00:05

Last bus

23:50

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £33

Coach companies: FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus Barcelona to Cologne

For as little as £54 you can travel by coach to Cologne from Barcelona with FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this journey.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost coach operators, founded in Germany and offering long-distance coach services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

FlixBus from Barcelona to Cologne coach information:

Average Duration: 19 h
Cheapest Price: £54
FlixBus frequency: 1 a day

BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS), a subsidiary of the popular French car sharing service, BlaBlaCar, is a provider operating long-distance coach services in 10 countries in Europe. Founded in France, BlaBlaCar Bus provides connections to over 300 destinations. Standard amenities on the coaches include air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long coach journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. On select routes there is also free Wi-Fi available. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one cabin bag and up to two hold bags per person.

Barcelona to Cologne coach information with BlaBlaCar Bus:

Average Duration: 25 h
Cheapest Price: £57

FAQs: Barcelona to Cologne coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Barcelona to Cologne with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Cologne.

Cheap coach tickets from Barcelona to Cologne can start from as little as £50 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Barcelona to Cologne is £94; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by coach from Barcelona to Cologne is 19 h to travel the 696 mile long trip, with around there are 6 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Barcelona to Cologne leaves at 00: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Barcelona to Cologne leaves at 23: 50.

There are 6 coaches a day from Barcelona to Cologne which require at least one change with FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

For the best Barcelona to Cologne coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Barcelona and Cologne to compare what amenities they may offer.

The cheapest month for a coach from Barcelona to Cologne is October.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona and Cologne including taking a train, coach or flight.

No, the coach from Barcelona to Cologne has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Barcelona to Cologne.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Barcelona to Cologne.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Barcelona to Cologne.

No, luggage for the coach from Barcelona to Cologne needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Barcelona to Cologne.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Barcelona to Cologne.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Barcelona to Cologne.

No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Barcelona to Cologne.

Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Cologne

Barcelona

Cologne

The major coach station for departures in Barcelona is Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord for your trip from Barcelona to Cologne.

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