The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
23 h 25 m
Average duration
1 d 35 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
1123 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Barcelona will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £64.
To travel from Cologne to Barcelona you need to make at least one change.
50429 · 83133
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixTrain+
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
50449 · 3141
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
50429 · 83133
50449 · 3141
FlixBus · FlixBusTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £238.
Distance: 1123 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£75 Average Price Cheapest | £209 Average Price | £258 Average Price |
22h 7m Average total duration 21h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 6m Average total duration 25h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cologne to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Barcelona coaches for today, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:55 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 26h20 | 17:15 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:57 Cologne Hbf | 28h33 | 19:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:57 Cologne Hbf | 31h13 | 22:10 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 32h20 | 01:55 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:00 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 28h10 | 22:10 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 changes | |
50449 · 3141 | 22:00 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 24h45 | 22:45 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 33h40 | 07:45 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:50 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 23h25 | 06:15 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:50 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 23h50 | 06:40 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:07 Cologne Hbf | 27h53 | 11:00 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:15 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 26h45 | 11:00 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 26h30 | 13:20 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 change | |
50429 · 83133 | 10:55 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 24h35 | 11:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:57 Cologne Hbf | 30h18 | 17:15 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 changes | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, Ecolines or RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Wermelsk. to find the best option for your trip from Cologne to Barcelona.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, Ecolines or RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Wermelsk. to find the best option for your trip from Cologne to Barcelona.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Cologne to Barcelona.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Barcelona
Buses from Cologne to Barcelona run on average 9 times per day, taking around 21h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1123 km distance in 18h 45m.
Distance 1123 km |
Average bus duration 21h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 18h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Ecolines, RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Wermelsk. from Cologne to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Barcelona with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Ecolines, RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Wermelsk. for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Wermelsk.
FAQs: Cologne to Barcelona coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Ecolines
- Assistance
- Designated seating
- Assistance with luggage.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ecolines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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.
- Ecolines
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
- 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).
- Ecolines
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ecolines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Barcelona
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
- 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
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 78, 109 Metro: L3, L5 Train: R1, R2, R3
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
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