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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Könyves Kálmán | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Cheapest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Kelenföld | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Budapest Airport (BUD) | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Budapest Airport (BUD) | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Könyves Kálmán | Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Budapest to Cologne
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 R 1 178, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 978 - R 2 882 | Average duration20h | 24kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 1 178 - R 1 478 | Average duration11h 30m | 40kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Cologne?
Stops in Budapest
- ABudapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
- B
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - DBudapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
- EKönyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
- F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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 Budapest to Cologne by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Cologne start at R 978. The average price for this route is around R 1 708. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
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 976 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
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.
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.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Cologne?
A bus trip from Budapest to Cologne produces an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
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.
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.
The cheapest trip from Budapest to Cologne was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 541To 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 R 1 541 to R 3 278 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 R 1 541, which is on 2025-12-31.
