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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Barcelona Nord | Cologne/Bonn Airport | CheapestFastest |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Barcelona to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 12 hours 2 minutes, and with fares starting at just $282, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Barcelona and Cologne?
Stops in Barcelona
- ACarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain - EPasseig de Gràcia, 36, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
- F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Cologne by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Barcelona to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Cologne start from $83. The average price for this route is around $176. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Barcelona to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Barcelona to Cologne is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1124 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Barcelona to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Barcelona to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Cologne at 2:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barcelona to Cologne?
A bus trip from Barcelona to Cologne generates an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Barcelona to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Barcelona to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Barcelona to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $108To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Barcelona to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $108 to $307 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $114 which is on 2025-12-07.
What's the cheapest way to go from Barcelona to Cologne?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
