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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
17 h 40 m
Average duration
20 h 20 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
633 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Birmingham will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £51.
Of the 5 buses that leave Cologne for Birmingham 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 633 km distance in an average of 20 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 5 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 Cologne to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, and a train costs an average of £289.
Distance: 633 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£85 Average Price Cheapest | £277 Average Price | £319 Average Price |
17h 47m Average total duration 17h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Birmingham 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:20 Cologne | 22h15 | 13:35 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:55 Cologne | 24h50 | 20:45 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:55 Cologne | 23h00 | 21:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 March | |||||
| 00:45 Cologne | 21h10 | 21:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03:05 Cologne | 19h55 | 23:00 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:50 Cologne | 24h05 | 10:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Birmingham
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Buses from Cologne to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £35 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 633 km distance in 17h 40m.
Distance 633 km |
Average bus duration 17h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 17h 40m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Cologne to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Birmingham with FlixBus for as low as £35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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 Cologne and Birmingham
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
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