How much does a bus ticket from Göttingen to Cologne cost?

The bus ticket price from Göttingen to Cologne starts at US$22. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Göttingen to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Göttingen to Cologne?

The average travel time between Göttingen and Cologne is around 5h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 219 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Göttingen and Cologne?

The number of buses from Göttingen to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Göttingen to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Göttingen to Cologne?

When taking the bus from Göttingen to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Göttingen to Cologne?

Buses travelling between Göttingen and Cologne leave from Goettingen Berliner Strasse or Goettingen Hbf Bahnhofsallee and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

Bus Göttingen to Cologne from US$19 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Göttingen to Cologne on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:20	Göttingen	5h 10m	21:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
16:20	Göttingen	4h 25m	20:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
12:45	Göttingen	5h 55m	18:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Göttingen to Cologne on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:20	Göttingen	5h 10m	21:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
16:20	Göttingen	4h 25m	20:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
12:45	Göttingen	5h 55m	18:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Göttingen to Cologne on 3 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		16:20	Göttingen	5h 10m	21:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
		16:20	Göttingen	4h 25m	20:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:55 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Göttingen 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 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

2h 50mAverage duration

218 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$22 - US$48	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$32 - US$129	Average duration3h 54m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$21 - US$34	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Bus Göttingen to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$26

Average bus trip duration5h 10m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure16:20

Distance212 km

Latest bus departure18:55

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FlixBus

3.5/511 129 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11129 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$22

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Göttingen to Cologne Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Göttingen and Cologne?

Stops in Göttingen

A - Goettingen Berliner Strasse

B - Goettingen Hbf Bahnhofsallee

C - Göttingen Esso

D - Göttingen Kauf Park

E - Gottingen Jet Gas

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 on the trip Göttingen - Cologne

How much does a bus ticket from Göttingen to Cologne cost?
The bus ticket price from Göttingen to Cologne starts at US$22. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Göttingen to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Göttingen to Cologne?
The average travel time between Göttingen and Cologne is around 5h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 219 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Göttingen and Cologne?
The number of buses from Göttingen to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Göttingen to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Göttingen to Cologne?
When taking the bus from Göttingen to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Göttingen to Cologne?
Buses travelling between Göttingen and Cologne leave from Goettingen Berliner Strasse or Goettingen Hbf Bahnhofsallee and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

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The cheapest trip from Göttingen to Cologne was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$19

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

You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$75 for a bus ticket from Göttingen to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19, which is on 2025-11-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Göttingen to Cologne.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Göttingen to Cologne, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Göttingen to Cologne that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Göttingen to Cologne.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from Göttingen to Cologne?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time5h 10m	Avg priceUS$26	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time3h 54m	Avg priceUS$85	Daily departures24
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time2h 50m	Avg priceUS$27	Daily departures3

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