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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Cologne
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
18 h 35 m
Average duration
19 h 3 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 £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £64.
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 19 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 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 and 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 £46. 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 £46, and a train costs an average of £292.
Distance: 667 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£91 Average Price Cheapest | £294 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 today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 23h50 | 02:55 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 24h10 | 13:45 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 24h40 | 16:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 3 December | |||||
| 02:05 Bristol | 18h35 | 20:40 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Cologne
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Buses from Bristol to Cologne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 16h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £46 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 18h 40m.
Distance 667 km |
Average bus duration 16h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 18h 40m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Bristol to CologneYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Cologne with FlixBus for as low as £46. 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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