Bus from Cologne to Bamberg: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cologne to Bamberg on December 11
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Bamberg trainNo tags
FlixBusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Bamberg trainNo tags
FlixBusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Bamberg trainNo tags
FlixBusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Bamberg trainNo tags
FlixBusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Bamberg trainNo tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Bamberg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bamberg. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day
3h 40mAverage Duration
188 milesDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$26 - $57Average Duration6h 10m
7kg CO₂e
Average Price$47 - $146Average Duration3h 47m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$30 - $45Average Duration3h 40m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Bamberg by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Bamberg?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Bamberg start from $26. The average price for this route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Bamberg?

    The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Bamberg is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 180 miles (290 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Bamberg route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Bamberg?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Bamberg at 4:50am. And the latest bus departs at 2:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Bamberg?

    A bus trip from Cologne to Bamberg generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

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