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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Bucharest
Cheapest price
£111
Average price
£112
Fastest journey
1 d 12 h 11 m
Average duration
1 d 12 h 26 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
1599 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Bucharest will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £111.
To travel from Cologne to Bucharest you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Bucharest
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.6 - 4.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £323.
Distance: 1599 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£95 Average Price Cheapest | £190 Average Price | £327 Average Price |
32h 39m Average total duration 32h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 19m Average total duration 28h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.6 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.8 - 9.6kg 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 Bucharest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Bucharest coaches for today, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 36h40 | 11:15 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
| Sunday 8 March | |||||
| FlixTrain+FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:14 Cologne Hbf | 36h11 | 23:25 București, Autogara Militari | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Bucharest
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Buses from Cologne to Bucharest run on average 2 times per day, taking around 32h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £33 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 1599 km distance in 30h 55m.
Distance 1599 km |
Average bus duration 32h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 30h 55m |
First bus 01:10 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Cologne to BucharestYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Bucharest with FlixBus for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Bucharest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Bucharest 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 Bucharest, 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 Bucharest
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParking
DiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Ticket Office
- 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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