Amsterdam to Cologne bus with FlixBus
4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Amsterdam to Cologne
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Cologne will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 20 buses that leave Amsterdam for Cologne on Mon, Jul 14, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 14 the direct buses cover the 214 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Mon, Jul 14 the slowest buses will take 4 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Amsterdam to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a flight costs an average of €291.
Distance: 214 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€29 Average price Cheapest | €54 Average price | €505 Average price |
7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Amsterdam to Cologne bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 8:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 5h20 | 2:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h30 | 2:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 1660 · 6011 | 10:25 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 9h50 | 8:15 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h41 | 4:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 1:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h10 | 5:25 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h50 | 7:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:00 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 6h15 | 9:15 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 4:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 5h03 | 9:03 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h40 | 7:40 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h55 | 9:25 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1698 · 50448 | 7:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 8h55 | 4:25 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 7:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h05 | 11:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h40 | 12:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h55 | 2:40 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, July 14 | |||||
| FlixBus | 5:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h40 | 9:40 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1646 · 50428 | 6:55 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 8h45 | 3:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 7:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h45 | 11:45 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h30 | 11:30 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h55 | 12:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Amsterdam to Cologne
Netherlands
Germany
Distance 214 km |
Average bus duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Coach companies: FlixBus, Ourbus and BlaBlaCar Bus Amsterdam to Cologne
You can travel by coach from Amsterdam to Cologne with FlixBus, Ourbus and BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €13. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost coach providers in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travellers in both continents the option to take a long-distance coach at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
FlixBus from Amsterdam to Cologne coach information:
- Average Duration: 3 h 40 min
- Cheapest Price: €16
- FlixBus frequency: 1 a day
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Amsterdam to Cologne
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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