Bus from Amsterdam to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Amsterdam to Cologne on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße Cheapest
Flixbus
Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Fastest
BlaBlaCar Bus
    		Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center
    		Cologne/Bonn AirportNo tags
    RegioJet
    		Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk
    		Terminál 2No tags
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
      		Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk
      		HbfNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:03 PM CET.

      Compare 3 ways to go from Amsterdam to Cologne

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      4carpool per day
      2h 50mAverage Duration
      213 kmDistance
      9kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average Price$24 - $181Average Duration4h 55m
      6kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average Price$36 - $227Average Duration3h 47m
      5kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average Price$20 - $53Average Duration2h 50m
      9kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Amsterdam to Cologne by bus

      Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Amsterdam to Cologne?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Amsterdam to Cologne start from $24. The average price for this route is around $38. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus ride from Amsterdam to Cologne?

        The average bus travel time from Amsterdam to Cologne is 4h 55m, covering a distance of 230 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Amsterdam to Cologne route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni, RegioJet.

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Amsterdam to Cologne?

        The earliest bus departs from Amsterdam to Cologne at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Amsterdam to Cologne?

        A bus trip from Amsterdam to Cologne generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. What is the best bus company from Amsterdam to Cologne?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1057 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Amsterdam to Cologne?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

      8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Amsterdam to Cologne?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Amsterdam to Cologne?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      12-01
      $37
      12-02
      $36
      Today
      $30
      12-04
      $28
      12-05
      $28
      12-06
      $34
      12-07
      $28
      12-08
      $24
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Amsterdam to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $24

      To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Amsterdam to Cologne, as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from $24 to $122 for a bus ticket from Amsterdam to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-08.

      Usually BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Amsterdam to Cologne?

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

      People from around the world trust Busbud

      ‌