Bus from Birmingham to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Birmingham to Cologne on 3 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags
FlixBusBus
Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBusBus
Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBusBus
Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBusBus
Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Birmingham to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 22 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
22h 45mAverage duration
401 milesDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£128 - £230Average duration22h 45m
16kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£90 - £90Average duration16h 40m
27kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Birmingham to Cologne

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Cologne?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Cologne start from £128. The average price for this route is around £168. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Cologne?

    The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Cologne is 22h 45m, covering a distance of 401 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 17h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Cologne route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Cologne?

    The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Cologne at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:40.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Cologne?

    A bus journey from Birmingham to Cologne produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Cologne was searched and found on 1 Jan 2026 with a price of £141

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