How much is the bus ticket from Brussels to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Brussels to Cologne start from $20. The average price for this route is around $39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Brussels to Cologne?

The average bus travel time from Brussels to Cologne is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 189 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by Union Ivkoni .

Which bus companies service the Brussels to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , Union Ivkoni , Musil Tour .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Brussels to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Brussels to Cologne at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brussels to Cologne?

A bus trip from Brussels to Cologne generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Brussels to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Brussels to Cologne?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Brussels to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Brussels to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Brussels to Cologne from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Brussels to Cologne on December 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:55pm	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	4h 20m	10:15pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
2:10pm	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 30m	5:40pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest
12:20pm	Brussels North Train Station	4h 30m	4:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
3:55pm	Brussels North Train Station	3h 55m	7:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
5:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	4h 15m	9:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Brussels to Cologne on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:10pm	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 30m	5:40pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
6:20am	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
12:20pm	Brussels North Train Station	4h 30m	4:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
3:55pm	Brussels North Train Station	3h 55m	7:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
5:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	4h 15m	9:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Brussels to Cologne on December 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:20am	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
2:10pm	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 30m	5:40pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest
12:20pm	Brussels North Train Station	4h 30m	4:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
3:55pm	Brussels North Train Station	3h 55m	7:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
5:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	4h 15m	9:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Brussels to Cologne on December 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:10pm	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 30m	5:40pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
	5:55pm	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	4h 20m	10:15pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:00am	Brussels North Train Station	4h 41m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:20am	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	12:20pm	Brussels North Train Station	4h 30m	4:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Brussels to Cologne on December 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:30am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 55m	2:25pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
	3:15am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 10m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest
	2:10pm	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 30m	5:40pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:00am	Brussels North Train Station	4h 41m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:20am	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Brussels to Cologne on December 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:30am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 55m	2:25pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
	3:15am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 10m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest
	2:10pm	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 30m	5:40pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:00am	Brussels North Train Station	4h 41m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:20am	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Brussels to Cologne on December 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:00pm	Brussels North Bus Station Zone C	3h 30m	3:30pm	Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal CGN Airport	Cheapest
	3:15am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 10m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest
	10:30am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 55m	2:25pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:00am	Brussels North Train Station	4h 41m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:20am	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Brussels to Cologne on December 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:55pm	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	4h 20m	10:15pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
	3:15am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 10m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest
	10:30am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 55m	2:25pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:00am	Brussels North Train Station	4h 41m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:20am	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:04 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Brussels to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

183 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $158	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$34 - $245	Average Duration2h 14m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $45	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Brussels and Cologne?

Stops in Brussels

A
Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
Rue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
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B
Brux-Nord
Boulevard Simon Bolivar 7, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium
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C
Congrès
Pachecolaan 5, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
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D
Centrale
Rue de Loxum 5, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,619 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,230 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Based on 11230 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $23

BlaBlaBus Brussels Cologne recent customer reviews

The driver did not know how to drive and was asking passengers for directions. It smells very bad

Benjamin O.

June 2, 2024

Very good service Bus arrived into cologne a little late , but that was because of the traffic on the autobahn Would use this service again , was a very good price

Kevin M.

February 25, 2020

It was a bit delayed.

Kyriaki D.

July 15, 2024

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,955 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

Musil Tour

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brussels 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Brussels to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Brussels to Cologne start from $20. The average price for this route is around $39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Brussels to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Brussels to Cologne is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 189 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Brussels to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni, Musil Tour.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Brussels to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Brussels to Cologne at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brussels to Cologne?
A bus trip from Brussels to Cologne generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Brussels to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Brussels to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Brussels to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Brussels to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

12-13

$60

12-14

$52

Today

$31

12-16

$34

12-17

$34

12-18

$34

12-19

$43

12-20

$51

The cheapest trip from Brussels to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $135 for a bus ticket from Brussels to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-12-18.

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.