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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Fastest | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Rome Fiumicino Airport | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Rome Fiumicino Airport | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Rome
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Rome. The journey takes about 15 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 006, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 1 329 - R 4 889 | Average duration1d 1h | 27kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 2 006 - R 2 006 | Average duration15h 30m | 46kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Rome?
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
Stops in Rome
- ALargo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
- D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy - E
Roma
- F
Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Rome by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Rome cost?
The bus ticket price from Cologne to Rome starts at R 1 329. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Rome is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Rome?
The average travel time between Cologne and Rome is around 1d 1h, although the fastest bus will take about 21h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1092 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Rome?
The number of buses from Cologne to Rome can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Rome by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Rome?
When taking the bus from Cologne to Rome, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, RegioJet, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Rome?
Buses travelling between Cologne and Rome leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Rome Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome Ciampino Airport, Rome Fiumicino Airport.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Rome was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 430To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Rome as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 430 to R 3 186 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Rome based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 430, which is on 2025-11-27.
