How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Venice?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Venice start from $76. The average price for this route is around $95. 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 Cologne to Venice?

The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Venice is 18h 45m, covering a distance of 445 miles (717 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Cologne to Venice route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , RegioJet .

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

The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Venice at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Cologne to Venice generates an estimated 18 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 Cologne to Venice?

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 1058 reviews.

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

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 Cologne to Venice?

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cologne to Venice from $74 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Cologne to Venice on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:40pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	20h 10m	6:50pm	Venice Marco Polo Airport Bus Parking	No tags
Bus	11:15pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	19h 35m	6:50pm	Venice Marco Polo Airport Bus Parking	No tags
Bus	11:15pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	19h 10m	6:25pm	Venice Mestre (Stazione FS)	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	20h 25m	7:50pm	Venice Mestre (Stazione FS)	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	20h 45m	8:10pm	Venice Tronchetto Train Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Venice

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Venice. The journey takes about 18 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

18h 45mAverage Duration

445 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$76 - $153	Average Duration18h 45m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$118 - $118	Average Duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Venice?

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
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 Venice

A
Venice Tronchetto Train Station
Isola Nova del Tronchetto, 38, 30135 Venezia, Italy
Visit page
B
Viale Stazione - Venezia Mestre
Viale Stazione 6, 30171 Venezia, Italy
C
Venice Airport
Visit page
D
Mestre
Viale Stazione 36, 30171 Mestre - Venice
Visit page
E
Mestre Tangenziale
Rotonda Romea, 1, 30175 Venezia VE, Italy
F
fermata dell'autobus Venezia
Via de le Motte, 25, 30141 Venezia, Italy

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,634 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.

RegioJet

4/51,061 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Venice 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 Cologne to Venice?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Venice start from $76. The average price for this route is around $95. 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 Cologne to Venice?
The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Venice is 18h 45m, covering a distance of 445 miles (717 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Venice route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Venice?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Venice at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Venice?
A bus trip from Cologne to Venice generates an estimated 18 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 Cologne to Venice?
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 1058 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Venice?
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 Cologne to Venice?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Venice?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

12/15

$72

12/16

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Today

$74

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12/21

$123

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The cheapest trip from Cologne to Venice was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $72

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

You can expect to pay from $72 to $144 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Venice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $123 which is on 2025-12-21.