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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Prague to Cologne
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
9 h 5 m
Average duration
10 h 10 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
536 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Prague to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Cologne will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
Of the 19 buses that leave Prague for Cologne every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 536 km distance in an average of 10 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 55 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.
(Prague -> Amsterdam)
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Compare train, coach and flight for Prague to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 536 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price | £318 Average Price |
10h 11m Average total duration 9h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Prague to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Cologne coaches for today, Thursday 15 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:55 Praha, Zličín | 11h35 | 20:30 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 09:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 11h00 | 20:30 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:55 Praha, Na Knížecí | 10h35 | 20:30 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:30 Praha, Černý Most | 13h05 | 02:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 15:15 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 10h40 | 01:55 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:15 Praha, Na Knížecí | 10h20 | 02:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:15 Prague, Central Train Station | 13h05 | 05:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 13h20 | 07:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 19:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 12h05 | 07:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:40 Praha, Na Knížecí | 9h40 | 05:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:15 Praha, Na Knížecí | 12h30 | 09:45 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
| (Prague -> Amsterdam) | 22:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 9h05 | 07:05 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 16 January | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:50 Prague, Central Train Station | 11h15 | 14:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:10 Praha, Na Knížecí | 10h55 | 14:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 07:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 13h50 | 20:50 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 07:50 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 11h45 | 19:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:10 Praha, Na Knížecí | 11h25 | 19:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 12h00 | 20:30 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:50 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 9h35 | 18:25 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Prague to Cologne
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Buses from Prague to Cologne run on average 21 times per day, taking around 9h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 536 km distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 536 km |
Average bus duration 9h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Prague to CologneYou can travel by bus between Prague to Cologne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Prague to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Prague and Cologne
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Florenc (in the station)
- Bistro Florenc (0.2 km)
- Restaurace U Rozvařilů (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 133, 135, 175, 207 Metro: B, C
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Czech Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bohemian Café (0.2 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 135, 175, 207 Metro: C Train: All major s
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Na Knížecí (in the station)
- Bistro Praha (0.2 km)
- Restaurace U Knížete (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 137, 176, 191 Metro: B
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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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