What is the travel distance from Orleans to Cologne?

About 309 miles (497 km) separate Orleans and Cologne.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Orleans to Cologne start their journey at Avenue de la Libération and wind up at Cologne/Bonn Airport. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

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 Zoo, Köln Triangle Panorama, Flora and Botanical Garden, Historic Town Hall and Lanxess Arena.

Bus Orleans to Cologne from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Orleans to Cologne on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Orléans Sud (Université)	12h 30m	5:30am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Orléans Sud (Université)	10h 55m	3:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	5:25pm	Avenue de la Libération	10h 30m	3:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	5:25pm	Avenue de la Libération	12h 5m	5:30am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	10h 55m	6:25am	Cologne CGN Airport (train station)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Orleans 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 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

6h 10mAverage Duration

308 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$51 - $166	Average Duration10h 25m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$47 - $52	Average Duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Orleans and Cologne?

Stops in Orleans

A
Avenue de la Libération
2 Avenue de la Libération, 45000 Orléans, France
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B
Orléans Pompidou
Avenue Georges Pompidou, 45380 La Chapelle Saint Mesmin , France
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C
Orléans Sud (Université)
D2271, 45160 Olivet, France
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D
Orléans Bus Stop
8 Place de l'Étape, 45000 Orléans, France
E
Gares d'Orléans
4, Rue Albert 1er, 45000 Gare-Pasteur-Saint Vincent
F
Arrêt d'autobus Orléans
19 Avenue de la Libération, 45000 Orléans, France

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
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D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

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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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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Orleans to Cologne by bus

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The cheapest trip from Orleans to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $47

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

You can expect to pay from $47 to $61 for a bus ticket from Orleans to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2025-11-27.