How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Utrecht?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Utrecht start at R 324. The average price for this route is around R 413. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Utrecht?

The average bus journey time from Cologne to Utrecht is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 197 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Cologne to Utrecht route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Utrecht?

The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Utrecht at 03:40. And the latest bus departs at 20:55.

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

A bus trip from Cologne to Utrecht 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 Cologne to Utrecht?

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 11385 reviews.

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

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 Cologne to Utrecht?

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 Cologne to Utrecht?

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 Cologne to Utrecht from R 272 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cologne to Utrecht on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	12h 50m	07:40	Westplein	No tags
Bus	05:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 50m	11:20	Westplein	No tags
Bus	05:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 50m	11:20	Westplein	No tags
Bus	11:55	Cologne CGN Airport (train station)	7h 30m	19:25	Utrecht	No tags
Bus	18:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	12h 50m	07:40	Westplein	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Utrecht

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Utrecht. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 147, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

2h 40mAverage duration

181 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 324 - R 1 477	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 412 - R 2 351	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 147 - R 462	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Utrecht?

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

Stops in Utrecht

A
Jaarbusplein Bus Station
Jaarbeursplein 19, 3521 AP Utrecht, Netherlands
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B
Utrecht Central Station
Stationshal 12, 3511 CE Utrecht, Netherlands
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C
Utrecht Bus Stop
Griffioenlaan 1, 3526 LD Kanaleneiland, , Netherlands
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D
Croeselaan International Bus Station
Veemarktplein 43, 3521 Utrecht, Netherlands
E
Utrecht Jaarbeursplein
Croeselaan 15, 3521 BJ Utrecht, Netherlands
F
Utrecht Stationsplein Eurolines Bushalte
Stationsplein 57 , 3511 ED Utrecht, Hoog Catharijne, Netherlands

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 163 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 392 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Utrecht 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 Cologne to Utrecht?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Utrecht start at R 324. The average price for this route is around R 413. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Utrecht?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Utrecht is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 197 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Utrecht route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Utrecht?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Utrecht at 03:40. And the latest bus departs at 20:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Utrecht?
A bus trip from Cologne to Utrecht 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 Cologne to Utrecht?
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 11385 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Utrecht?
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 Cologne to Utrecht?
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 Cologne to Utrecht?
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

28/01

R 268

29/01

R 282

Today

R 320

31/01

R 324

01/02

R 352

02/02

R 282

03/02

R 272

04/02

R 275

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Utrecht was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 268

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

You can expect to pay from R 268 to R 422 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Utrecht based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 272, which is on 2026-02-03.