Bus Tickets from Cologne to Madrid

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TodayApr 25
TomorrowApr 26
from US$163
SunApr 27
MonApr 28
TueApr 29
from US$113
WedApr 30
from US$136
ThuMay 1
from US$144
FriMay 2

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Estación Sur
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Cologne to Madrid: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$151
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 3h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure12:05am
Distance1433 km
Latest bus departure11:35pm

Cologne to Madrid Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Madrid

  1. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Madrid?

    The bus ride from Cologne to Madrid takes 1d 3h, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Madrid in 1d

  2. How far is Cologne from Madrid?

    Cologne and Madrid are 1432 km (888 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cologne to Madrid?

    Buses departing from Cologne/Bonn Airport in Cologne will take you to Madrid-Barajas Airport in Madrid.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Madrid?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Cologne to Madrid. Starting at US$77, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Cologne to Madrid?

    The bus from Cologne to Madrid will cost you US$151, on average.

  6. Can I take an overnight bus from Cologne to Madrid?

    Yes! If you're heading from Cologne to Madrid, you'll find buses departing until 11:35pm and arriving the next day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04-23
US$113
04-24
US$112
Today
US$128
04-26
US$151
04-27
US$112
04-28
US$111
04-29
US$105
04-30
US$128
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Madrid was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of US$105

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

You can expect to pay from US$105 to US$227 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$105 which is on 2025-04-29.

Usually Flixbus (DE) 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cologne and Madrid!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cologne to Madrid, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cologne to Madrid.

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Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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You can also go to Madrid by train

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