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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Antwerp to Cologne
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 27 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Antwerp to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Antwerp to Cologne will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 3 buses that leave Antwerp for Cologne on Thu, Dec 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct buses cover the 181 km distance in an average of 6 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest buses will take 7 h 50 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 Antwerp to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. 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 €7, and a train costs an average of €50.
Distance: 181 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€24 Average price Cheapest | €81 Average price |
4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Antwerp to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Antwerp to Cologne buses for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1646 · 50428 | 10:30 AM Antwerpen, P+R Luchtbal | 6h10 | 4:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Antwerp, Linkeroever (Regatta) | 9h15 | 7:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Antwerp, P+R Luchtbal (Entrance of the parking garage) | 8h45 | 7:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 8h30 | 7:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 6h25 | 8:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 PM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 6h40 | 10:15 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:25 PM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 9h15 | 3:40 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 8h20 | 3:40 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, December 11 | |||||
| FlixBus | 4:10 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 5h20 | 9:30 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Antwerp to Cologne
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Buses from Antwerp to Cologne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 181 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 181 km |
Average bus duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus from Antwerp to CologneYou can travel by bus between Antwerp to Cologne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Antwerp to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Antwerp to Cologne by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Antwerp, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Antwerp, Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) and Antwerp, Crown Plaza Hotel. When arriving in Cologne, you can end your route in coach stations like Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle) and Köln, ZOB.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Antwerp, which is located around 0.2 miles (398 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle), located 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Antwerp to Cologne
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station, near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 17, 30, 34, 36, 38, 39 Train: Antwerp Central Station
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
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DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Köln Hbf (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250, 260 Metro: U5, U16, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12, S13
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- McDonald's (0.2 km)
- Vapiano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250 Metro: U5, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12
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