How much does a bus ticket from Charleroi to Cologne cost?

The bus ticket price from Charleroi to Cologne starts at R 319. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Charleroi to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Charleroi to Cologne?

The average travel time between Charleroi and Cologne is around 5h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 187 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Charleroi and Cologne?

The number of buses from Charleroi to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Charleroi to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Charleroi to Cologne?

When taking the bus from Charleroi to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charleroi to Cologne?

Buses travelling between Charleroi and Cologne leave from Brussels South Charleroi Airport or Gare de Charleroi - Entree des Beaux Arts and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

Bus Charleroi to Cologne from R 253 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Charleroi to Cologne on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:55	Charleroi Centrale	7h 55m	20:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Charleroi to Cologne on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	14:45	Charleroi Centrale	3h 25m	18:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Charleroi to Cologne on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	14:45	Charleroi Centrale	3h 25m	18:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 9:28 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleroi 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 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 218, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

2h 10mAverage duration

184 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 319 - R 844	Average duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 218 - R 538	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 135 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Charleroi and Cologne?

Stops in Charleroi

A - Brussels South Charleroi Airport

B - Gare de Charleroi - Entree des Beaux Arts

C - Charleroi

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleroi to Cologne by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Charleroi to Cologne cost?
The bus ticket price from Charleroi to Cologne starts at R 319. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Charleroi to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Charleroi to Cologne?
The average travel time between Charleroi and Cologne is around 5h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 187 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Charleroi and Cologne?
The number of buses from Charleroi to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Charleroi to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Charleroi to Cologne?
When taking the bus from Charleroi to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charleroi to Cologne?
Buses travelling between Charleroi and Cologne leave from Brussels South Charleroi Airport or Gare de Charleroi - Entree des Beaux Arts and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

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17/11

R 316

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20/11

R 421

21/11

R 274

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R 274

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The cheapest trip from Charleroi to Cologne was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of R 274

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

You can expect to pay from R 274 to R 421 for a bus ticket from Charleroi to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 274, which is on 2025-11-22.