What's the distance between Budapest and Cologne by coach?

The distance between Budapest and Cologne by coach is approximately 594 miles (958 km).

What is the best way to go from Budapest to Cologne without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Budapest to Cologne from £44 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Budapest to Cologne on 18 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	14:58	Kelenföld	17h 7m	08:05	Terminál 2	Cheapest
	13:35	Kelenföld	16h 45m	06:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	12:40	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	17h 40m	06:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	22:30	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	18h 55m	17:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	12:40	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	23h 25m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Budapest 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 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

11h 30mAverage duration

593 milesDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£47 - £184	Average duration19h 40m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£54 - £68	Average duration11h 30m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

RegioJet

4/51,057 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

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Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Cologne?

Stops in Budapest

A - Mexikói út

B - Népliget

C - Budapest Airport

D - Kelenföld

E - Könyves Kálmán

F - Budapest Airport BUD

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Budapest to Cologne

What's the distance between Budapest and Cologne by coach?
The distance between Budapest and Cologne by coach is approximately 594 miles (958 km).
What is the best way to go from Budapest to Cologne without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

15/11

£70

16/11

£77

Today

£65

18/11

£63

19/11

No data

20/11

£44

21/11

£47

22/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Budapest to Cologne was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £44

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

You can expect to pay from £44 to £144 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £44, which is on 2025-11-20.