How much is the bus ticket from Zadar to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Zadar to Cologne start at R 1 191. The average price for this route is around R 1 202. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Zadar to Cologne?

The average bus journey time from Zadar to Cologne is 22h 30m, covering a distance of 969 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 21h 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Zadar to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , RegioJet .

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

The earliest bus departs from Zadar to Cologne at 11:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

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

A bus trip from Zadar to Cologne produces an estimated 24 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 Zadar 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 1058 reviews.

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

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zadar to Cologne?

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

Bus Zadar to Cologne from R 1 847 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Zadar to Cologne on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30	Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar	23h 35m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	12:30	Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar	22h 15m	10:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	19:00	Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar	23h 40m	18:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	19:00	Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar	1d 2h	21:10	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	22:00	Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar	1d 7h	05:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Zadar 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 22 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 191, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

22h 30mAverage duration

969 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 191 - R 1 222	Average duration22h 30m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 2 179 - R 2 179	Average duration13h 50m	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Zadar and Cologne?

Stops in Zadar

A
Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar
Ul. Ante Starčevića 3, 23000 Zadar, Croatia
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B
Zadar, AS Stareviča
Ul. Domovinskog rata, 23000, Zadar, Croatia
C
Zagrebačka
Zagrebačka ul. 27, 23000, Zadar, Croatia

Stops in Cologne

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 615 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

RegioJet

4/51 061 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zadar to Cologne 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 Zadar to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zadar to Cologne start at R 1 191. The average price for this route is around R 1 202. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Zadar to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Zadar to Cologne is 22h 30m, covering a distance of 969 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 21h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Zadar to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zadar to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Zadar to Cologne at 11:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zadar to Cologne?
A bus trip from Zadar to Cologne produces an estimated 24 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 Zadar 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 1058 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zadar to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Zadar to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zadar to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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R 1 847

The cheapest trip from Zadar to Cologne was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 847

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 847 to R 2 332 for a bus ticket from Zadar to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 847, which is on 2025-12-20.