How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Cologne start from $58. The average price for this route is around $100. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Cologne?

The average bus trip duration from Budapest to Cologne is 20h, covering a distance of 605 miles (976 km). The quickest bus can get 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 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

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

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 has the most timely service from Budapest to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.

Bus Budapest to Cologne from $54 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Budapest to Cologne on December 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:20pm	Könyves Kálmán	18h 5m	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:45pm	Kelenföld	17h 58m	5:43pm	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:10pm	Budapest Airport (BUD)	1d	9:43pm	Hbf	No tags
	10:30pm	Budapest Airport (BUD)	21h 55m	8:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:45pm	Könyves Kálmán	18h 56m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:13 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Budapest to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

11h 30mAverage Duration

593 milesDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$58 - $169	Average Duration20h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$69 - $87	Average Duration11h 30m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Cologne?

Stops in Budapest

A
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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B
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
C
Budapest Airport
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D
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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E
Könyves Kálmán
Könyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
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F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary

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

3.5/511,782 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

RegioJet

4/51,062 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,305 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Budapest to Cologne by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $58. The average price for this route is around $100. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Budapest to Cologne is 20h, covering a distance of 605 miles (976 km). The quickest bus can get 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 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Cologne?
A bus trip from Budapest to Cologne generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 has the most timely service from Budapest to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.

Best price found

12/26

$115

12/27

$119

Today

$119

12/29

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12/30

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12/31

$91

The cheapest trip from Budapest to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $91

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 $91 to $192 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 $91 which is on 2025-12-31.