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

The bus ticket price from Prague to Cologne starts at R 657. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Prague 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 Prague to Cologne?

The average travel time between Prague and Cologne is around 12h, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 537 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Prague to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 24 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Prague to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Prague to Cologne?

When taking the bus from Prague to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, RegioJet, BlaBlaCar Bus.

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

Buses travelling between Prague and Cologne leave from Zličín or Černý Most and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

Bus Prague to Cologne from R 624 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Prague to Cologne on 17 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:00	Florenc	9h 5m	08:05	Terminál 2	CheapestFastest
22:45	PRG Airport	12h 55m	11:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
22:45	PRG Airport	13h 20m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
20:00	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	12h 5m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
20:00	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	11h 25m	07:25	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures from Prague to Cologne on 18 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:00	Florenc	9h 5m	08:05	Terminál 2	CheapestFastest
11:20	PRG Airport	15h 35m	02:55	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
18:50	PRG Airport	11h 30m	06:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
18:50	PRG Airport	12h 35m	07:25	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
08:50	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	11h 45m	20:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Prague to Cologne on 19 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:00	Florenc	9h 5m	08:05	Terminál 2	CheapestFastest
11:20	PRG Airport	15h 35m	02:55	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
18:50	PRG Airport	11h 30m	06:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
22:45	PRG Airport	12h	10:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
18:50	PRG Airport	12h 35m	07:25	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures from Prague to Cologne on 20 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:00	Florenc	9h 5m	08:05	Terminál 2	CheapestFastest
11:20	PRG Airport	15h 35m	02:55	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
18:50	PRG Airport	11h 30m	06:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
22:45	PRG Airport	12h	10:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
18:50	PRG Airport	12h 35m	07:25	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures from Prague to Cologne on 21 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:00	Florenc	9h 5m	08:05	Terminál 2	CheapestFastest
	07:05	PRG Airport	14h 25m	21:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:00	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	14h 53m	12:53	Hbf	No tags
	11:20	PRG Airport	15h 35m	02:55	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Prague (Main Railway Station)	14h 46m	17:41	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Prague to Cologne on 22 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:00	Florenc	9h 5m	08:05	Terminál 2	CheapestFastest
	07:05	PRG Airport	13h 30m	20:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	07:20	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	12h 21m	19:41	Hbf	No tags
	08:50	PRG Airport	12h 40m	21:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:50	Prague (Main Railway Station)	13h 51m	19:41	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Prague to Cologne on 23 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:25	Zličín	12h 20m	10:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	20:40	Prague (Na Knížecí)	9h 40m	06:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	07:05	PRG Airport	13h 30m	20:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:00	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	11h 41m	17:41	Hbf	No tags
	08:50	PRG Airport	12h 40m	21:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Prague to Cologne on 24 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:00	Florenc	9h 5m	08:05	Terminál 2	CheapestFastest
07:05	PRG Airport	13h 30m	20:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
11:20	PRG Airport	15h 35m	02:55	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
18:50	PRG Airport	11h 30m	06:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
22:45	PRG Airport	12h 55m	11:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:25 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Prague 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 7 hours and with fares starting at just R 722, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7hAverage duration

537 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 657 - R 3 820	Average duration12h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 663 - R 5 852	Average duration9h 51m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 722 - R 858	Average duration7h	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 353 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

RegioJet

4/51 057 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

Based on 1057 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained with the Wi-Fi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at R 666

RegioJet Prague Cologne recent customer reviews

The bus good and comfortable and depart and arrive on places on time.

Pradeep Kumar K.

11 January 2020

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 132 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Prague and Cologne?

Stops in Prague

A - Zličín

B - Černý Most

C - PRG Airport

D - Florenc

E - Tomíčkova

F - Hlavní nádraží

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 from Prague to Cologne by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Prague to Cologne cost?
The bus ticket price from Prague to Cologne starts at R 657. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Prague 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 Prague to Cologne?
The average travel time between Prague and Cologne is around 12h, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 537 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Prague and Cologne?
The number of buses from Prague to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 24 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Prague to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Prague to Cologne?
When taking the bus from Prague to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, RegioJet, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Prague to Cologne?
Buses travelling between Prague and Cologne leave from Zličín or Černý Most and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

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

R 730

16/11

R 1 567

Today

R 625

18/11

R 624

19/11

R 624

20/11

R 624

21/11

R 728

22/11

R 624

The cheapest trip from Prague to Cologne was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of R 624

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 R 624 to R 2 256 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 R 624, which is on 2025-11-20.

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.