The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lisbon to Cologne
Cheapest price
£156
Average price
£207
Fastest journey
1 d 8 h 20 m
Average duration
1 d 10 h 15 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
1851 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lisbon to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Cologne will cost around £207 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £156.
To travel from Lisbon to Cologne you need to make at least one change.
3172 · 5044817:0036h25Lisboa, Gare Oriente6:25Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)£1561One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:2535h05Lisboa, Gare Oriente10:30Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£1931One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus8:2032h20Lisboa, Gare Oriente17:40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£2081One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+
FlixTrain22:2538h16Lisboa, Gare Oriente13:41Cologne Hbf£2091One-way3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus15:0540h05Lisboa, Gare Oriente8:10Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£2181One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus8:2032h20Lisboa, Gare Oriente17:40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£2081One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus12:1533h25Lisboa, Gare Oriente22:40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£2181One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:4034h00Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado22:40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£2181One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:2535h05Lisboa, Gare Oriente10:30Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£1931One-way2 changes
3172 · 5044817:0036h25Lisboa, Gare Oriente6:25Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)£1561One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Lisbon to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.9 - 4.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a flight costs an average of £25.
Distance: 1851 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£100 Average Price Cheapest | £180 Average Price |
34h 17m Average total duration 33h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.9 - 4.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 5.5 - 11.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lisbon to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Cologne coaches for today, Thursday 9 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:05 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 40h05 | 6:10 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
3172 · 50448 | 16:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 36h25 | 4:25 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 21:25 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 42h18 | 15:43 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 32h20 | 15:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado | 34h00 | 20:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 33h25 | 20:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:10 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 36h45 | 1:55 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Lisbon to Cologne coaches with Omio?
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 to find the best option for your trip from Lisbon to Cologne.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Lisbon to Cologne.
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 to find the best option for your trip from Lisbon to Cologne.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Lisbon to Cologne.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lisbon to Cologne
Buses from Lisbon to Cologne run on average 11 times per day, taking around 33h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £25 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1851 km distance in 32h 20m.
Distance 1851 km |
Average bus duration 33h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 32h 20m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lisbon to CologneYou can travel by bus between Lisbon to Cologne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lisbon to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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 Lisbon and Cologne
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Gare Oriente (in the station)
- Restaurante Portugália (0.5 km)
- Pizzeria Luzzo Oriente (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 705, 725, 744, 759, 782 Metro: Red Train: Regional, Intercity, Alfa Pendular
- 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
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