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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Rotterdam will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
Of the 8 buses that leave Cologne for Rotterdam on Wed, Dec 31, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 31 the direct buses cover the 204 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Wed, Dec 31 the slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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 Cologne to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. 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 €8, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 204 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€20 Average price Cheapest | €58 Average price |
5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg 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
Cologne to Rotterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Rotterdam buses for today, Tuesday, December 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 7:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 6h51 | 2:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
 6010 · 1663 | 8:25 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 9h30 | 5:55 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 5h40 | 2:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 11:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 6h26 | 5:40 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:45 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 5h55 | 5:40 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 5h10 | 7:10 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 2:01 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h54 | 7:55 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 3:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h51 | 8:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 3:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 4h45 | 8:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, December 31 | |||||
| FlixBus | 5:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 4h45 | 9:55 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Cologne to Rotterdam
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Buses from Cologne to Rotterdam run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 204 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 204 km |
Average bus duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus from Cologne to RotterdamYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Rotterdam with FlixBus, Ourbus for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Rotterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Rotterdam
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
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centraal (in the station)
- Dutch Delights (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 33, 38, 44 Metro: D, E Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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