How to get from Cologne to Bologna
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Cologne to Bologna. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 47m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 788 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
788 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €61Checked Sep 10 | 1h 47mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €93Omio catalogue, Aug 20 | 15h 15mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€61Checked Sep 101h 47m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€93Omio catalogue, Aug 2015h 15m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Cologne to Bologna: 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.
- 1Cologne/Bonn Airport → Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airportflight1h 47m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight prices by day, Cologne to Bologna
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€38Departures from Cologne to Bologna
FlixBus runs 2 scheduled departures a day, the first at 17:55 and the last at 18:55.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 2 | 17:55 | 18:55 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Thu, Aug 20
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusCologne-BolognaBook →
EurowingsCologne/Bonn Airport-Bologna Guglielmo Marconi AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Eurowings; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Cologne to Bologna works
Start with a flight from Cologne to Bologna, about 1h 47m. In total it's roughly €61 over 1h 47m, direct, no transfers.
Cologne to Bologna: common questions
How long does it take to get from Cologne to Bologna?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 47m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Bologna from Cologne?
About 788 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Cologne to Bologna 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.
Are there direct flights from Cologne to Bologna?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 47m.
How long is the flight from Cologne to Bologna?
About 1h 47m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Cologne and Bologna?
Cologne is CGN and Bologna is BLQ, so this route is usually written CGN to BLQ.
Which operators run Cologne to Bologna?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, Eurowings.
Can you get from Cologne to Bologna without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 11h 31m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Bologna?
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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