The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bremen to Cologne
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
270 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bremen to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bremen to Cologne will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 5 buses that leave Bremen for Cologne every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 270 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bremen to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bremen to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £258.
Distance: 270 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest | £502 Average Price |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bremen to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bremen to Cologne coaches for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:30 Bremen | 3h00 | 12:30 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 Bremen | 2h50 | 13:20 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:10 Bremen | 3h10 | 16:20 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Bremen | 3h10 | 17:10 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:50 Bremen | 2h50 | 21:40 Cologne | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bremen to Cologne
Buses from Bremen to Cologne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 270 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 270 km |
Average bus duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Bremen to CologneYou can travel by bus between Bremen to Cologne with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bremen to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bremen 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bremen and Cologne
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Köln Hbf (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250, 260 Metro: U5, U16, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12, S13
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