How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Riga?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Riga start at R 1 646. The average price for this route is around R 2 379. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Riga?

The average bus journey time from Cologne to Riga is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1297 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 6h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Cologne to Riga route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Ecolines .

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

The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Riga at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

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

A bus trip from Cologne to Riga produces an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Cologne to Riga?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Ecolines , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 150 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Ecolines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Riga?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Cologne to Riga?

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

Bus Cologne to Riga from R 2 322 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cologne to Riga on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1d 8h	06:55	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	22:10	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1d 7h	06:55	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	22:10	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1d 7h	06:30	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	No tags
Bus	23:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1d 9h	09:50	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	23:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1d 16h	16:40	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Riga

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Riga. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 646, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d 7hAverage duration

1297 kmDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 646 - R 3 903	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 2 948 - R 2 948	Average duration21h	CO₂ emissions 55kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Riga?

Stops in Cologne

A
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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C
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 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

Stops in Riga

A
Starptautiskā autoosta
Prāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
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B
Riga Airport
C
Seaport
Eksporta iela 3A, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
D
Port: Riga
Eksporta iela 3B, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 548 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Ecolines

4/5150 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.4

LV Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Riga by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Riga?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Riga start at R 1 646. The average price for this route is around R 2 379. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Riga?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Riga is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1297 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 6h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Riga route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Ecolines.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Riga?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Riga at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Riga?
A bus trip from Cologne to Riga produces an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Cologne to Riga?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Ecolines, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 150 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Riga?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Ecolines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Riga?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Cologne to Riga?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ecolines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.