How much is the bus ticket from San Sebastian to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Sebastian to Cologne start from $54. The average price for this route is around $86. 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 San Sebastian to Cologne?

The average bus trip duration from San Sebastian to Cologne is 22h 20m, covering a distance of 673 miles (1086 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the San Sebastian to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Sebastian to Cologne at 9:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.

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

A bus trip from San Sebastian to Cologne generates an estimated 27 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 San Sebastian to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11230 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Sebastian to Cologne?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Sebastian to Cologne?

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

Bus San Sebastian to Cologne from $71 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Sebastian to Cologne on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:20pm	Donostia	22h 20m	5:40pm	Cologne CGN Airport (train station)	No tags
Bus	10:00pm	Donostia	19h 25m	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	10:00pm	Donostia	20h 5m	6:05pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	10:40pm	Donostia	1d	10:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	10:40pm	Donostia	1d	11:15pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Sebastian 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 13 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

13h 30mAverage Duration

671 milesDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$54 - $209	Average Duration22h 20m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$77 - $77	Average Duration13h 30m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Sebastian and Cologne?

Stops in San Sebastian

A
Donostia
Federico García Lorca Pasealekua, 2, 20014 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
Visit page
B
Pío XII
Pio XII.aren Plaza, 3, 20010 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
C
Universidad
Tolosa Hiribidea, 71, 20018 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain

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

Compare bus companies

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,238 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,637 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.

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Sebastian 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 San Sebastian to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Sebastian to Cologne start from $54. The average price for this route is around $86. 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 San Sebastian to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from San Sebastian to Cologne is 22h 20m, covering a distance of 673 miles (1086 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Sebastian to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Sebastian to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from San Sebastian to Cologne at 9:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Sebastian to Cologne?
A bus trip from San Sebastian to Cologne generates an estimated 27 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 San Sebastian to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11230 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Sebastian to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Sebastian to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Sebastian to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, 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

12/16

$67

12/17

$52

Today

$80

12/19

No data

12/20

$71

12/21

$89

12/22

$96

12/23

No data

The cheapest trip from San Sebastian to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $52

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

You can expect to pay from $52 to $131 for a bus ticket from San Sebastian to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $71 which is on 2025-12-20.