Bus from Cologne to Brussels: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Brussels on July 11
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)CheapestFastest
BlaBlaCar Bus
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)No tags
Flixbus
Leverkusen (Mitte Station)
Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)No tags
BlaBlaCar Bus
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels North Train StationNo tags
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Brussels North Train StationNo tags
BlaBlaCar Bus
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:27 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Brussels

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Brussels. The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just NOK 149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
4h 15mAverage Duration
192 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceNOK 149 - NOK 839Average Duration4h 15m
5kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceNOK 237 - NOK 1,346Average Duration1h 56m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Brussels by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Brussels start from NOK 149. The average price for this route is around NOK 236. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Brussels?

    The average bus travel time from Cologne to Brussels is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 192 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Brussels?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Brussels at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

    A bus trip from Cologne to Brussels generates an estimated 4.799175 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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

    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 12019 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Brussels?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

    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
07-08
NOK 229
07-09
NOK 235
Today
NOK 294
07-11
NOK 258
07-12
NOK 270
07-13
NOK 212
07-14
NOK 153
07-15
NOK 235
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Brussels was searched and found on Jul 14, 2026 with a price of NOK 153

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

You can expect to pay from NOK 153 to NOK 659 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Brussels based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 153 which is on 2026-07-14.

Usually FlixBus, 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.

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