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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Bruges
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 29 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Bruges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Bruges will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 4 buses that leave Cologne for Bruges on Fri, Jan 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 16 the direct buses cover the 262 km distance in an average of 8 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jan 16 the slowest buses will take 11 h 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, bus, and flight for Cologne to Bruges
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 2m. 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 €10, and a flight costs an average of €358.
Distance: 262 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€27 Average price Cheapest | €84 Average price | €626 Average price |
5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 34m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Cologne to Bruges bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Bruges buses for today, Thursday, January 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 8h00 | 7:20 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, January 16 | |||||
| FlixBus | 2:05 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 6h10 | 8:15 AM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Cologne to Bruges
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Buses from Cologne to Bruges run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 262 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 262 km |
Average bus duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to BrugesYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Bruges with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Bruges
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Bruges 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 Bruges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Cologne, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle) and Köln, ZOB. When arriving in Bruges, you can end your route in coach stations like Bruges, Station and Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle), which is located around 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bruges, Station, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Bruges
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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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
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