Bus Tickets from Amsterdam to Cologne

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TodayJun 29
from US$36
TomorrowJun 30
from US$26
TueJul 1
from US$25
WedJul 2
from US$23
ThuJul 3
from US$22
FriJul 4
from US$26
SatJul 5
from US$26
SunJul 6
from US$31

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 30 at
    Departure city: Amsterdam
    Departure location: Sloterdijk
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 30 at
    Departure city: Amsterdam
    Departure location: Sloterdijk
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 30 at
    Departure city: Amsterdam
    Departure location: Amsterdam De Ruijterkade
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal CGN Airport
    Operated by: Union IvkoniUnion Ivkoni
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 30 at
    Departure city: Amsterdam
    Departure location: Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 30 at
    Departure city: Amsterdam
    Departure location: Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Terminál 2
    Operated by: RegioJetRegioJet
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Amsterdam to Cologne

Bus
Average PriceUS$17 - US$100Average Duration4h 50m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average PriceUS$25 - US$157Average Duration3h 58m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$15 - US$48Average Duration2h 50m
9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Amsterdam to Cologne

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 US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day
2h 50mAverage Duration
US$15Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Amsterdam to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$28
Average Bus Trip Duration4h 50m
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure12:45am
Distance230 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Amsterdam to Cologne Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Amsterdam - Cologne

  1. What is the distance between Amsterdam and Cologne?

    It's about 215 km (133 miles) from Amsterdam to Cologne.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Amsterdam to Cologne?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), in Amsterdam, and end it at Cologne/Bonn Airport, in Cologne.

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

Best price found
06-27
US$31
06-28
US$43
Today
US$32
06-30
US$23
07-01
US$22
07-02
US$20
07-03
US$18
07-04
US$22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Amsterdam to Cologne was searched and found on Jul 3, 2025 with a price of US$18

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 US$18 to US$133 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 US$18 which is on 2025-07-03.

Usually Comuto Pro (BlaBlaCar Bus) 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Amsterdam to Cologne.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Amsterdam to Cologne, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Amsterdam to Cologne will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Will you be returning to Amsterdam by bus?

Bus from Amsterdam to Cologne

You can also go to Cologne by train

Train from Amsterdam to Cologne

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