Bus from Bielefeld to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Bielefeld to Cologne on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Eisenbahnstraße
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:37 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Bielefeld to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day
2hAverage Duration
423 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$22 - $37Average Duration3h 25m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$13 - $115Average Duration2h 20m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$13 - $32Average Duration2h
18kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bielefeld 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Bielefeld to Cologne?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Bielefeld to Cologne start from $22. The average price for this route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Bielefeld to Cologne?

    The average bus travel time from Bielefeld to Cologne is 3h 25m, covering a distance of 157 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Bielefeld to Cologne route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bielefeld to Cologne?

    The earliest bus departs from Bielefeld to Cologne at 10:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bielefeld to Cologne?

    A bus trip from Bielefeld to Cologne generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-27
$23
11-28
$27
Today
$25
11-30
$29
12-01
$20
12-02
$20
12-03
No data
12-04
$18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bielefeld to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $29 for a bus ticket from Bielefeld to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-12-04.

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