The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bilbao to Cologne
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£98
Fastest journey
21 h 30 m
Average duration
23 h 30 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
1132 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bilbao to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Cologne will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £71.
To travel from Bilbao to Cologne you need to make at least one change.
95926 · 50428
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus+
FlixTrain
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
95920 · 50448
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
95926 · 50428
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusTravel Information
Compare train and coach for Bilbao to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 21h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £316.
Distance: 1132 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£62 Average Price Cheapest | £316 Average Price |
22h 21m Average total duration Fastest 21h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 19m Average total duration 23h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bilbao to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Cologne coaches for today, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:10 Bilbao | 21h30 | 16:40 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 8 March | |||||
95920 · 50448 | 07:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 22h25 | 05:25 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:55 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 23h35 | 09:30 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:35 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 26h15 | 15:50 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 13:35 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 27h08 | 16:43 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
95926 · 50428 | 16:55 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 23h55 | 16:50 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs BlaBlaCar Bus?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Cologne
Buses from Bilbao to Cologne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 21h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1132 km distance in 21h 25m.
Distance 1132 km |
Average bus duration 21h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 21h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Bilbao to CologneYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Cologne with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bilbao to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Cologne by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bilbao and Cologne
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
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