What is the travel distance from Bremen to Cologne?

Bremen and Cologne are 168 miles (271 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Bremen to Cologne start their journey at ZOB Breitenweg / Hbf and wind up at Cologne/Bonn Airport. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?

Once in Cologne, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Cologne Opera, Historic Town Hall, Flora and Botanical Garden, Cologne Cathedral and Volksgarten.

Bus Bremen to Cologne from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Bremen to Cologne on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:40pm	ZOB Breitenweg / Hbf	9h 55m	12:35am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	5:20pm	ZOB Breitenweg / Hbf	19h 20m	12:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	5:20pm	ZOB Breitenweg / Hbf	18h 45m	12:05pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	5:20pm	ZOB Breitenweg / Hbf	18h 45m	12:05pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	5:20pm	ZOB Breitenweg / Hbf	19h 20m	12:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Bremen to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10carpool per day

3h 10mAverage Duration

168 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $114	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $127	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $38	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Bremen and Cologne?

Stops in Bremen

A - ZOB Breitenweg / Hbf

B - Am Markt 20

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 traveling from Bremen to Cologne by bus

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What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bremen to Cologne?
What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?

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

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$42

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$53

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$27

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The cheapest trip from Bremen to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $27

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

You can expect to pay from $27 to $73 for a bus ticket from Bremen to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-11-19.