Bus from Nuremberg to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Nuremberg to Cologne on April 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RegioJetBus
Bahnhofstraße, 11
Terminál 2Cheapest
FlixbusBus
Bahnhofstraße, 11
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Fastest
FlixbusBus
Bahnhofstraße, 11
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixbusBus
Bahnhofstraße, 11
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixbusBus
Bahnhofstraße, 11
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:37 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Nuremberg to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
6h 5mAverage Duration
341 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$37 - $147Average Duration6h 5m
9kg CO₂e
Average Price$32 - $407Average Duration3h 14m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nuremberg to Cologne by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Nuremberg to Cologne?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Nuremberg to Cologne start from $37. The average price for this route is around $56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Nuremberg to Cologne?

    The average bus travel time from Nuremberg to Cologne is 6h 5m, covering a distance of 341 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Nuremberg to Cologne route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Nuremberg to Cologne?

    The earliest bus departs from Nuremberg to Cologne at 1:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nuremberg to Cologne?

    A bus trip from Nuremberg to Cologne generates an estimated 8.506875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Nuremberg to Cologne?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1074 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Nuremberg to Cologne?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Nuremberg to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Nuremberg to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04-13
$50
04-14
$40
Today
$34
04-16
$40
04-17
$34
04-18
No data
04-19
No data
04-20
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Nuremberg to Cologne was searched and found on Apr 17, 2026 with a price of $34

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

You can expect to pay from $34 to $53 for a bus ticket from Nuremberg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2026-04-17.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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