Bus from Budapest to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Budapest to Cologne on 28 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Kelenföld
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags
FlixBusBus
Kelenföld
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBusBus
Könyves Kálmán
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags
FlixBusBus
Kelenföld
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags
FlixBusBus
Kelenföld
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Budapest to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
11h 30mAverage duration
593 milesDistance
40kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£44 - £129Average duration20h
24kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£53 - £66Average duration11h 30m
40kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Budapest 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 Budapest to Cologne?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Budapest to Cologne start from £44. The average price for this route is around £76. 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 Budapest to Cologne?

    The average bus journey time from Budapest to Cologne is 20h, covering a distance of 605 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 15h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, BlaBlaCar Bus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Cologne at 00:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

    A bus journey from Budapest to Cologne produces an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Budapest to Cologne?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1062 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Cologne?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Budapest to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Budapest to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
26/12
£88
27/12
£90
Today
£90
29/12
No data
30/12
No data
31/12
£69
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Budapest to Cologne was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of £69

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Budapest to Cologne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £69 to £146 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £69, which is on 2025-12-31.

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