Bus from Prague to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Prague to Cologne on March 18
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RegioJet
Florenc
Terminál 2CheapestFastest
Flixbus
PRG Airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)
HbfNo tags
Flixbus
PRG Airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Prague (Main Railway Station)
HbfNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:07 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Prague to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 11 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day
11h 55mAverage Duration
513 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$54 - $177Average Duration11h 55m
13kg CO₂e
Average Price$55 - $126Average Duration11h 44m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Prague 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 Prague to Cologne?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Prague to Cologne start from $54. The average price for this route is around $78. 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 Prague to Cologne?

    The average bus travel time from Prague to Cologne is 11h 55m, covering a distance of 513 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 5m and is operated by RegioJet.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, BlaBlaCar Bus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Prague to Cologne at 3:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Prague to Cologne generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Prague to Cologne?

    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 1069 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Prague to Cologne?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Prague to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Prague to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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
03-15
$58
03-16
$67
Today
$58
03-18
$58
03-19
$50
03-20
$51
03-21
No data
03-22
$51
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Prague to Cologne was searched and found on Mar 19, 2026 with a price of $50

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

You can expect to pay from $50 to $171 for a bus ticket from Prague to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2026-03-19.

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.

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