The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Cologne
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
20 h 35 m
Average duration
20 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
635 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Cologne will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £101.
Of the 1 buses that leave Sheffield for Cologne every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 635 km distance in an average of 20 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 35 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 Sheffield to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. 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 flight costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £245.
Distance: 635 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£64 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £246 Average Price |
18h 59m Average total duration 18h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 31m Average total duration 10h 1m 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
Sheffield to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Cologne coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:45 Sheffield | 19h35 | 08:20 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Cologne
Buses from Sheffield to Cologne run on average 1 times per day, taking around 18h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £26 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 635 km distance in 20h 35m.
Distance 635 km |
Average bus duration 18h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 20h 35m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Sheffield to CologneYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Cologne with FlixBus for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sheffield to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Cologne
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Costa Coffee (in the station)
- Upper Crust (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
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