How much is the bus ticket from Brussels to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Brussels to Cologne start at R 228. The average price for this route is around R 411. 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 15m, covering a distance of 196 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 10m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Brussels to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 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 4.891875 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 11571 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 4.0 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 246 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 5 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:15	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
	09:30	Brussels North Train Station	3h 15m	12:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	10:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 55m	14:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	17:10	Brussels North Train Station	4h 30m	21:40	Hbf	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 6 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:20	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	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	09:15	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	09:30	Brussels North Train Station	3h 15m	12:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 7 April
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
	14:05	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 45m	17:50	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:15	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	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 8 April
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
	09:30	Brussels North Train Station	3h 15m	12:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	14:05	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 45m	17:50	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:15	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	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 9 April
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
	14:05	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 45m	17:50	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:15	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	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 10 April
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:30	Brussels North Bus Station Zone C	4h	16:30	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
06:20	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
14:05	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 45m	17:50	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 11 April
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
	14:05	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 45m	17:50	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:15	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	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 12 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:20	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	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	09:15	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	09:30	Brussels North Train Station	3h 15m	12:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:46 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Brussels to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 228, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

4h 15mAverage duration

196 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 228 - R 1 470	Average duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 414 - R 2 840	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg 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
Centrale
Rue de Loxum 5, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
D
Congrès
Pachecolaan 5, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
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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
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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

3.5/512 412 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 579 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Based on 11579 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at R 278

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

2.5/51 986 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.8

Musil Tour

DE bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, Intercape, ALSA, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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 228. The average price for this route is around R 411. 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 15m, covering a distance of 196 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 10m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Brussels to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 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 4.891875 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 11571 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 4.0 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

03/04

R 964

04/04

R 880

Today

R 921

06/04

R 901

07/04

R 512

08/04

R 410

09/04

R 348

10/04

R 512

The cheapest trip from Brussels to Cologne was searched and found on 09 Apr 2026 with a price of R 348

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 348 to R 1 822 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 348, which is on 2026-04-09.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Brussels to Cologne?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time4h 15m	Avg priceR 411	Daily departures9
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 50m	Avg priceR 1 080	Daily departures15
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time2h 20m	Avg priceR 415	Daily departures7