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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gatwick Airport (South Terminal) | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | London Gatwick Airport North Terminal | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Cologne
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 $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in London and Cologne?
Stops in London
- A164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
- B235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
- C
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK - D
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK - E26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
- F263 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5PL, UK
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Cologne by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from London to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from London to Cologne start from $71. The average price for this route is around $144. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from London to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from London to Cologne is 17h 5m, covering a distance of 511 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the London to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from London to Cologne at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Cologne?
A bus trip from London to Cologne generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 11230 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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.
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.
The cheapest trip from London to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $162To 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 $162 to $379 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 $162 which is on 2025-12-24.
