How much is the bus ticket from Palermo to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Palermo to Cologne start at R 2 607. The average price for this route is around R 2 922. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Palermo to Cologne?

The average bus journey time from Palermo to Cologne is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1522 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 12h and is operated by OneBus .

Which bus companies service the Palermo to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , OneBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Palermo to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Palermo to Cologne at 15:25. And the latest bus departs at 17:10.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palermo to Cologne?

A bus trip from Palermo to Cologne produces an estimated 38 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 Palermo to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OneBus , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palermo to Cologne?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OneBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Palermo to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OneBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Palermo to Cologne?

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

Bus Palermo to Cologne from R 4 523 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Palermo to Cologne on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	15:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	1d 22h	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
	15:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	1d 14h	06:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	15:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	1d 15h	06:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures from Palermo to Cologne on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	2d 7h	01:05	Bensberg Busbahnhof	Cheapest
	15:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	1d 14h	06:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	17:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	1d 20h	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	17:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	1d 15h	08:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	15:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	1d 15h	06:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:26 AM CET.

Get from Palermo to Cologne

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 607, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 15hAverage duration

1522 kmDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Palermo and Cologne?

Stops in Palermo

A
Terminal Bus Palermo
Via Tommaso Fazello, 16, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
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B
Palermo Airport
Punta Raisi, 90145, Palermo
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C
Piazza Cairoli
Piazza Cairoli, 8-14, 90123 Palermo, Italy
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D
Fiera
90143 Palermo PA, Italy
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E
Via Paolo Balsamo, 21
Via Paolo Balsamo, 21, 90123 Palermo, Italy
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F
Via Paolo Balsamo, 31
Via Paolo Balsamo, 23-31, 90123 Palermo, Italy

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 631 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

OneBus

4/514 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palermo 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 Palermo to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Palermo to Cologne start at R 2 607. The average price for this route is around R 2 922. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Palermo to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Palermo to Cologne is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1522 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 12h and is operated by OneBus.
Which bus companies service the Palermo to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, OneBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Palermo to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Palermo to Cologne at 15:25. And the latest bus departs at 17:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palermo to Cologne?
A bus trip from Palermo to Cologne produces an estimated 38 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 Palermo to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OneBus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palermo to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OneBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Palermo to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OneBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Palermo to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OneBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Palermo to Cologne was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 523

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

You can expect to pay from R 4 523 to R 4 915 for a bus ticket from Palermo to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 523, which is on 2025-12-18.