How to get from Copenhagen to Cologne
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Copenhagen to Cologne by price and travel time (route calculated on 27 October 2026).
- 643 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: bus, 12h 50m
- 9 bus departures a day with FlixBus
- First bus at 14:40, last at 17:35
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At a glance
Fastest
12h 50m
direct
Bus
€50
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 27 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Copenhagen to Cologne. The most useful door-to-door route takes 12h 50m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 643 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
643 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €162Checked Oct 22 | 8h 41m2 transfers | See Flight details |
| Bus | €35Omio catalogue, Oct 29 | 12h 50mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€162Checked Oct 228h 41m · 2 transfersSee Flight details
- Bus€35Omio catalogue, Oct 2912h 50m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Copenhagen 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.
- 1Copenhagen Busterminal → Cologne Airport CGNbus
FlixBus·12h 50m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
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.
Departures from Copenhagen to Cologne
FlixBus runs 9 scheduled departures a day, the first at 14:40 and the last at 17:35.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 9 | 14:40 | 17:35 |
All departures
- 14:40
- 15:40
- 16:35
- 16:40
- 17:35
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, Oct 29
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusCopenhagen Busterminal-Cologne Airport CGN, Hamburg Airport-HanoverBook →FlixtrainHanover-CologneBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Flixtrain; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Copenhagen to Cologne works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 27 October 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Copenhagen Busterminal to Cologne Airport CGN, about 12h 50m. In total it's roughly €50 over 12h 50m, direct, no transfers.
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Copenhagen to Cologne: common questions
How long does it take to get from Copenhagen to Cologne?
Routavio's route check on 27 October 2026 puts the most useful route at about 12h 50m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Copenhagen to Cologne?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 14:40 and the last at 17:35, from Copenhagen Busterminal, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Copenhagen to Cologne?
Routavio's timetable check shows 9 bus departures a day with FlixBus, between 14:40 and 17:35.
Which station does the bus from Copenhagen to Cologne leave from?
Copenhagen Busterminal with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Cologne from Copenhagen?
About 643 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Copenhagen to Cologne cost?
Routavio checked the upcoming dates, and the cheapest fare ranged from €50 to €58. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Which operators run Copenhagen to Cologne?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, Flixtrain.
Can you get from Copenhagen to Cologne without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 9h 24m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Copenhagen to Cologne?
Routavio's comparison usually points to 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.
Route calculated: 27 Oct 2026