Bus from London to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Cologne on 10 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    Victoria Coach Station
    Cologne/Bonn AirportCheapestFastest

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:48 PM GMT.

    Compare 3 ways to travel from London 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 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 995, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    1carpool per day
    7h 30mAverage duration
    497 kmDistance
    21kgCO₂ emissions
    Average priceR 840 - R 5 046Average duration17h 5m
    13kg CO₂e
    Average priceR 3 005 - R 8 565Average duration5h 24m
    12kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average priceR 995 - R 1 281Average duration7h 30m
    21kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Cologne by bus

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

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

      The cheapest bus tickets from London to Cologne start at R 840. The average price for this route is around R 2 007. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus journey from London to Cologne?

      The average bus journey time from London to Cologne is 17h 5m, covering a distance of 513 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Cologne?

      The earliest bus departs from London to Cologne at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

      A bus trip from London to Cologne produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

      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 11357 reviews.

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

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

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Cologne?

      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.

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

      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
    08/01
    R 1 072
    09/01
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    Today
    R 1 322
    11/01
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    12/01
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    13/01
    R 777
    14/01
    R 876
    15/01
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    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Cologne was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 777

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

    You can expect to pay from R 777 to R 1 466 for a bus ticket from London to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 777, which is on 2026-01-13.

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