What is the travel distance from Regensburg to Cologne?

Regensburg and Cologne are 264 miles (426 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Regensburg to Cologne start their journey at Bushaltestelle Regensburg Hauptbahnof and wind up at Cologne/Bonn Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

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

Once in Cologne, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Volksgarten, Twelve Romanesque churches, Historic Town Hall, Cologne Cathedral and Flora and Botanical Garden.

Bus Regensburg to Cologne from $31 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Regensburg to Cologne on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:20am	Bushaltestelle Regensburg Hauptbahnof	7h 45m	12:05pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Bushaltestelle Regensburg Hauptbahnof	7h 20m	11:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	8:40am	Bushaltestelle Regensburg Hauptbahnof	9h 20m	6:00pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	8:40am	Bushaltestelle Regensburg Hauptbahnof	8h 45m	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Bushaltestelle Regensburg Hauptbahnof	7h 5m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

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We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5h 20mAverage Duration

264 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $79	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$37 - $267	Average Duration5h 44m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$27 - $55	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Regensburg and Cologne?

Stops in Regensburg

A
Bushaltestelle Regensburg Hauptbahnof
Bahnhofstraße 16, 93047 Regensburg, Germany
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B
Regensburg Bus Station
Bahnhofstraße 18, 93047 Regensburg, Germany
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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

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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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Regensburg to Cologne by bus

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

You can expect to pay from $27 to $44 for a bus ticket from Regensburg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-11-30.