The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Bremen
Cheapest price
24S$
Average price
26S$
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
270 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Bremen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Bremen will cost around 26S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 24S$.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cologne for Bremen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 270 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus4:05 PM5h55Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)10:00 PMBremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)24 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:35 PM5h30Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)5:05 AMBremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)28 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:35 PM5h30Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)5:05 AMBremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)28 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus4:05 PM5h55Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)10:00 PMBremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)24 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Bremen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Bremen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 13S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 13S$, and a flight costs an average of 200S$.
Distance: 270 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
25S$ Average Price Cheapest | 46S$ Average Price | 453S$ Average Price |
5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Bremen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Bremen coaches for today, Saturday, 13 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 5h55 | 10:00 PM Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 5h30 | 5:05 AM Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Bremen
Buses from Cologne to Bremen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 13S$ if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 270 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 270 km |
Average bus duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price 13S$ |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Cologne to BremenYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Bremen with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as 13S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Bremen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Bremen by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bremen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Bremen
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
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