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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Maastricht to Cologne
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Maastricht to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maastricht to Cologne will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 4 buses that leave Maastricht for Cologne on Fri, Jan 30, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 30 the direct buses cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Fri, Jan 30 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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 Maastricht to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Maastricht 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 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 89 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€12 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price |
2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Maastricht to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Maastricht to Cologne buses for tomorrow, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 10:10 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 1h35 | 11:45 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 2h20 | 3:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:15 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 1h50 | 7:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:10 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 1h40 | 7:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Maastricht to Cologne
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Buses from Maastricht to Cologne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 89 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 89 km |
Average bus duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 00:55 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Maastricht to CologneYou can travel by bus between Maastricht to Cologne with FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus 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 Maastricht to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maastricht 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.
- Ourbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- 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.
- Ourbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- 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).
- Ourbus
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ourbus
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Maastricht to Cologne
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
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