How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Utrecht?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Utrecht start at R 337. The average price for this route is around R 476. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Utrecht?

The average bus journey time from Cologne to Utrecht is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 197 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Cologne to Utrecht route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Utrecht?

The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Utrecht at 03:40. And the latest bus departs at 20:55.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Utrecht?

A bus trip from Cologne to Utrecht produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Cologne to Utrecht?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11333 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Utrecht?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Utrecht?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Utrecht?

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

Bus Cologne to Utrecht from R 269 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Utrecht on 10 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h 10m	19:25	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	Cheapest
	09:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h	13:25	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:14	Hbf	5h 11m	13:25	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	No tags
	03:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 45m	09:25	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Utrecht on 11 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h	13:25	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	CheapestFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:14	Hbf	5h 11m	13:25	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	No tags
	03:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 45m	09:25	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	No tags
	15:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h 10m	19:25	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Utrecht on 12 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:14	Hbf	5h 11m	13:25	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	Cheapest
	09:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h	13:25	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	Fastest
	03:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 45m	09:25	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	No tags
	15:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h 10m	19:25	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:50 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Utrecht

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Utrecht. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 250, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

181 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 337 - R 1 836	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 428 - R 2 541	Average duration2h 18m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 250 - R 479	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Utrecht?

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
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E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
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F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Stops in Utrecht

A
Jaarbusplein Bus Station
Jaarbeursplein 19, 3521 AP Utrecht, Netherlands
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B
Utrecht Central Station
Stationshal 12, 3511 CE Utrecht, Netherlands
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C
Utrecht Bus Stop
Griffioenlaan 1, 3526 LD Kanaleneiland, , Netherlands
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D
Croeselaan International Bus Station
Veemarktplein 43, 3521 Utrecht, Netherlands
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E
Utrecht Jaarbeursplein
Croeselaan 15, 3521 BJ Utrecht, Netherlands
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F
Utrecht Stationsplein Eurolines Bushalte
Stationsplein 57 , 3511 ED Utrecht, Hoog Catharijne, Netherlands
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 976 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 362 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

NL bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Utrecht by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Utrecht?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Utrecht start at R 337. The average price for this route is around R 476. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Utrecht?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Utrecht is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 197 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Utrecht route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Utrecht?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Utrecht at 03:40. And the latest bus departs at 20:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Utrecht?
A bus trip from Cologne to Utrecht produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Cologne to Utrecht?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11333 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Utrecht?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Utrecht?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Utrecht?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, 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

07/01

R 426

08/01

R 344

Today

R 426

10/01

R 423

11/01

R 404

12/01

R 293

13/01

R 284

14/01

R 283

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Utrecht was searched and found on 14 Jan 2026 with a price of R 283

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

You can expect to pay from R 283 to R 483 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Utrecht based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 283, which is on 2026-01-14.