The cheapest and fastest coaches from Marseille to Cologne
Cheapest price
£107
Average price
£133
Fastest journey
17 h 10 m
Average duration
19 h 6 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
857 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Marseille to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Cologne will cost around £133 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £107.
To travel from Marseille to Cologne you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus23:2518h15Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles17:40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£1071One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus22:0017h30Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles15:30Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£1071One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus9:0021h45Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles6:45Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£1151One-way1 change
58074 · 504487:0523h20Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles6:25Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)£1361One-way1 change
5808 · 5042821:0020h50Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles17:50Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)£1401One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus15:0017h10Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles8:10Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£1441One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus22:0017h30Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles15:30Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£1071One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus23:2518h15Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles17:40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£1071One-way1 change
5808 · 5042821:0020h50Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles17:50Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)£1401One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus9:0021h45Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles6:45Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£1151One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Marseille to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a flight costs an average of £171.
Distance: 857 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£71 Average Price Cheapest | £166 Average Price | £460 Average Price |
15h 51m Average total duration 15h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 12m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.6 - 5.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Marseille to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Cologne coaches for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
51095 · 52119 | 16:45 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 21h40 | 14:25 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 17:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 24h43 | 17:43 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
5808 · 50428 | 21:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 20h50 | 17:50 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 17h30 | 15:30 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 18h15 | 17:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
58074 · 50448 | 7:05 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 23h20 | 6:25 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 21h45 | 6:45 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 17h10 | 8:10 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Marseille 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 Marseille to Cologne.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Marseille 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 Marseille to Cologne.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Marseille to Cologne.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Marseille to Cologne
Buses from Marseille to Cologne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 15h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £47 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 857 km distance in 17h 30m.
Distance 857 km |
Average bus duration 15h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 17h 30m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Marseille to CologneYou can travel by bus between Marseille to Cologne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £47. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Marseille to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille 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 Marseille and Cologne
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Le Saint-Charles (in the station)
- Bistro Provence (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 49, 52, 82S Metro: M1, M2 Train: TER, TGV
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Brioche Dorée (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: L91, L38 Train: TER
- 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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