What is the travel distance from Cologne to Ingolstadt?

The distance between the two cities is 250 miles (403 km).

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

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

Bus Cologne to Ingolstadt from $49 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Cologne to Ingolstadt on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	18h	2:05pm	Ingolstadt	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	17h 5m	2:05pm	Ingolstadt	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	17h 5m	2:05pm	Ingolstadt	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	17h 5m	2:05pm	Ingolstadt	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	17h	2:00pm	Ingolstadt	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Ingolstadt

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Ingolstadt. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

249 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$59 - $69	Average Duration14h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$36 - $161	Average Duration4h 13m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$33 - $50	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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 Cologne and Ingolstadt?

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Stops in Ingolstadt

A - Busbahnhof Ingolstadt Nord

B - Ingolstadt Hbf

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Ingolstadt by bus

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$49

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Ingolstadt was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $49

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

You can expect to pay from $49 to $49 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Ingolstadt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-11-21.