How much is the bus ticket from Brussels to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Brussels to Cologne start at R 239. The average price for this route is around R 474. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Brussels to Cologne?

The average bus journey time from Brussels to Cologne is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 189 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brussels to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Brussels to Cologne at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

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

A bus trip from Brussels to Cologne produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 R 218 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:55	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	4h 20m	22:15	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
14:10	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 30m	17:40	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest
15:55	Brussels North Train Station	3h 55m	19:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
17:30	Brussels North Train Station	4h 15m	21:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
16:15	Brussels South (Gare du Midi)	4h 35m	20:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:10	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 30m	17:40	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
06:20	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
12:20	Brussels North Train Station	4h 30m	16:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
15:55	Brussels North Train Station	3h 55m	19:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
17:30	Brussels North Train Station	4h 15m	21:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
13:50	Brussels Airport	9h 35m	23:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
14:10	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 30m	17:40	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest
06:20	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
12:20	Brussels North Train Station	4h 30m	16:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
15:55	Brussels North Train Station	3h 55m	19:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:10	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 30m	17:40	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
	17:55	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	4h 20m	22:15	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:00	Brussels North Train Station	4h 41m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	06:20	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	12:20	Brussels North Train Station	4h 30m	16:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 55m	14:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
	03:15	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 10m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest
	14:10	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 30m	17:40	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:00	Brussels North Train Station	4h 41m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	06:20	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 20 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 55m	14:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
	03:15	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 10m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest
	14:10	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 30m	17:40	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:00	Brussels North Train Station	4h 41m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	06:20	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 21 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:00	Brussels North Bus Station Zone C	3h 30m	15:30	Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal CGN Airport	Cheapest
	03:15	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 10m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest
	10:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 55m	14:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:00	Brussels North Train Station	4h 41m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	06:20	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 22 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:55	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	4h 20m	22:15	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
	03:15	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 10m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest
	10:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 55m	14:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:00	Brussels North Train Station	4h 41m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	06:20	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:20 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel 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 R 210, 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 priceR 239 - R 1 919	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 411 - R 2 978	Average duration2h 14m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 210 - R 548	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

3.5/511 621 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 Wi-Fi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at R 276

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.

2 June 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.

25 February 2020

It was a bit delayed.

Kyriaki D.

15 July 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 239. The average price for this route is around R 474. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Brussels to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Brussels to Cologne is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 189 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brussels to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Brussels to Cologne at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brussels to Cologne?
A bus trip from Brussels to Cologne produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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

13/12

R 724

14/12

R 629

Today

R 373

16/12

R 414

17/12

R 465

18/12

R 404

19/12

R 517

20/12

R 610

The cheapest trip from Brussels to Cologne was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 373

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 R 373 to R 1 582 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 R 404, 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.