The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Cologne
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
21 h 20 m
Average duration
23 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
667 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Cologne will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £70.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bristol for Cologne every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 667 km distance in an average of 23 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 21 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 55 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.
3:0521h20Bristol0:25Cologne£701One-way0 changes
6:0524h55Bristol7:00Cologne£1401One-way0 changes
3:0521h20Bristol0:25Cologne£701One-way0 changes
6:0524h55Bristol7:00Cologne£1401One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach for Bristol to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, and a train costs an average of £286.
Distance: 667 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£95 Average Price Cheapest | £288 Average Price |
16h 37m Average total duration 16h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration Fastest 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bristol to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Cologne coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 16 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:05 Bristol | 21h20 | 0:25 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:05 Bristol | 24h55 | 7:00 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bristol to Cologne by coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Cologne
Buses from Bristol to Cologne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 16h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £50 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 667 km distance in 17h 0m.
Distance 667 km |
Average bus duration 16h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 17h 0m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Bristol to CologneYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Cologne with FlixBus for as low as £50. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bristol to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Cologne
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