The cheapest and fastest buses from Bruges to Cologne
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bruges to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bruges to Cologne will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bruges for Cologne on Wed, Feb 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 262 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 6 h 40 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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Compare train and bus for Bruges to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bruges to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. 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 €9, and a train costs an average of €56.
Distance: 262 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€25 Average price Cheapest | €89 Average price |
5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bruges to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bruges to Cologne buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 8h05 | 3:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:45 AM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 9h04 | 4:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 6h40 | 7:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
![]() | 6:45 AM Bruges | 8h05 | 2:50 PM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bruges to Cologne
Buses from Bruges to Cologne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 262 km distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 262 km |
Average bus duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Bruges to CologneYou can travel by bus between Bruges to Cologne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bruges to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bruges 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bruges to Cologne
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
- 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
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