What is the travel distance from Cologne to Lisbon?

The distance separating Cologne and Lisbon is 1149 miles (1853 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Lisbon?

The majority of buses traveling from Cologne to Lisbon start their journey at Cologne/Bonn Airport and wind up at Oriente. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Lisbon?

Once in Lisbon, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Cristo Rei Statue, National Tile Museum, Lisbon Escape Game, Parque Das Nações and Igreja de São Roque.

Bus Cologne to Lisbon from $88 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Cologne to Lisbon on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55am	Cologne CGN Airport (train station)	1d 11h	10:00pm	Lisbon (Oriente)	No tags
Bus	10:40pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1d 22h	8:25pm	Lisboa, Jardim Zoologico	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1d 22h	8:25pm	Lisboa, Jardim Zoologico	No tags
Bus	11:15pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1d 19h	5:35pm	Lisbon (Oriente)	No tags
Bus	11:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1d 18h	5:35pm	Lisbon (Oriente)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Lisbon

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lisbon. The journey takes about 23 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $122, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

23h 30mAverage Duration

1148 milesDistance

78kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$99 - $314	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$122 - $238	Average Duration23h 30m	CO₂ emissions 78kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Lisbon?

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

Stops in Lisbon

A
Oriente
Estação do Oriente, Av. Dom João II, 1990, Portugal
B
Lisbon Sete Rios
R. Prof. Lima Basto 133, 1500-423 Lisboa, Portugal
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C
Lisbon Airport
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D
Plaça Marquês de Pombal
Praça Marquês de Pombal 8, 1250-160 Lisboa, Portugal
E
Monsanto
IC15, 1400 Lisboa, Portugal
F
Largo das Olarias 60
Largo das Olarias 60, 1100-376 Lisboa, Portugal

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FlixBus

3.5/511,454 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,164 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Lisbon by bus

What is the travel distance from Cologne to Lisbon?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Lisbon?
What are the best sights and things to do in Lisbon?

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The cheapest trip from Cologne to Lisbon was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $88

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

You can expect to pay from $88 to $173 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Lisbon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $88 which is on 2025-11-29.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.