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Today28 Jul
from US$34
Tomorrow29 Jul
from US$25
Wed30 Jul
Thu31 Jul
from US$28
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Next departures to Cologne

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Terminál 2
    Operated by: RegioJetRegioJet
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam CS
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam CS
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam CS
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam CS
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Rotterdam to Cologne

Bus
Average priceUS$18 - US$98Average duration6h 10m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$26 - US$119Average duration3h 58m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$16 - US$34Average duration3h
9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Rotterdam to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just US$16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
3hAverage duration
US$16Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Rotterdam to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$34
Average bus trip duration6h 10m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure05:20
Distance136 miles
Latest bus departure22:15

Rotterdam to Cologne Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Rotterdam to Cologne. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Rotterdam to Cologne.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cologne from Rotterdam, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Rotterdam - Cologne

  1. How far is Cologne from Rotterdam by coach?

    The distance between Rotterdam and Cologne by coach is approximately 127 miles (204 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Cologne from Rotterdam without a car?

    The best way to go from Rotterdam to Cologne without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
26/07
US$32
27/07
US$67
Today
US$32
29/07
US$22
30/07
US$22
31/07
US$25
01/08
US$45
02/08
US$22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Cologne was searched and found on 30 Jul 2025 with a price of US$22

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

You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$67 for a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22, which is on 2025-07-30.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Rotterdam and Cologne!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Rotterdam to Cologne.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Rotterdam to Cologne.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Rotterdam to Cologne while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Rotterdam by bus?

Bus from Rotterdam to Cologne

You can also go to Cologne by train

Train from Rotterdam to Cologne

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