How to get from Bordeaux to Cologne
- 880 km as the crow flies
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At a glance
Fastest
15h 05m
1 transfer
Bus + Train
€70
Cheapest
16h 35m
1 transfer
Bus
€61
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Bordeaux to Cologne. The most useful door-to-door route takes 16h 35m by bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 880 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on May 12, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
880 km
Bordeaux to Cologne: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Bordeaux → Bruxelles Midibus
FlixBus·11h 50m - 2Bruxelles Midi → ColognebusFlixBus·3h 15m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Ticket prices on this route
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Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusBordeaux-Bruxelles Midi, Bruxelles Midi-CologneBook →
Deutsche BahnBruxelles Midi-CologneBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Bordeaux to Cologne works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Bordeaux to Bruxelles Midi, about 11h 50m. Transfer in Bruxelles Midi and continue by FlixBus bus on to Cologne (3h 15m). In total it's roughly €61 over 16h 35m, 1 transfer.
Bordeaux to Cologne: common questions
How long does it take to get from Bordeaux to Cologne?
The most useful route takes about 16h 35m by bus, 1 transfer.
Is there a bus from Bordeaux to Cologne?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Cologne from Bordeaux?
About 880 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Bordeaux to Cologne cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €61. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Bordeaux to Cologne?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn.
Can you get from Bordeaux to Cologne without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 7h 03m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to Cologne?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 12 May 2026