How far is Bucharest from Cologne?

The driving distance from Bucharest to Cologne is approximately 1960 km (1217.9 miles) by road.

How long does it take to drive from Bucharest to Cologne?

The drive from Bucharest to Cologne takes approximately 19 hours and 2 minutes without stops.

What is the fuel cost from Bucharest to Cologne?

The estimated fuel cost for the Bucharest to Cologne drive is €225–€338 based on current diesel prices of €1.915/litre and 7L/100km consumption.

How much are the tolls from Bucharest to Cologne?

The estimated toll cost for a car driving from Bucharest to Cologne is about €27 (RO, HU, AT) (motorway gates + vignettes). Together with fuel, the one-way trip starts from about €252.

Bucharest → Cologne

1960 km 19h 2min from €225

Driving Distance

1960 km

1217.9 miles

Driving Time

19h 2m

1142 min total

Fuel Cost (diesel)

€282

€225–€338

Avg Fuel Price

€1.92

RO/DE avg

Tolls (car)

€27

RO, HU, AT

Fuel Cost (diesel)

Vehicle	Consumption	Fuel Needed	Diesel	Petrol	With Tolls
Efficient (6 L/100km)	6 L/100	117.6 L	€225.2	€231.1	€252.3
Average (7.5 L/100km)	7.5 L/100	147 L	€281.5	€288.9	€308.6
SUV (9 L/100km)	9 L/100	176.4 L	€337.8	€346.6	€364.9

* Estimated tolls: ~€27 (RO, HU, AT)

Fuel prices updated: 15.09.2026

Stopping Points

Cities near Cologne

Popular Directions

From Bucharest

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Driving from Bucharest to Cologne covers roughly 1940 km to 1980 km (1218 miles). Expect the one-way fuel cost to range from €225 to €338, assuming an average fuel price of about €1.92 per liter and typical vehicle efficiency. The trip typically takes 19 to 20 hours depending on traffic and stops. Add about €27 in road tolls and vignettes (RO, HU, AT), so the total one-way cost with fuel starts around €252.

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