How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Amsterdam?

The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Amsterdam start from £12. The average price for this route is around £21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Amsterdam?

The average bus journey time from Cologne to Amsterdam is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 142 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Cologne to Amsterdam route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , RegioJet , Union Ivkoni .

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

The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Amsterdam at 03:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

A bus journey from Cologne to Amsterdam produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Cologne to Amsterdam?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1057 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

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

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

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

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

Bus Cologne to Amsterdam from £11 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Amsterdam on 2 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	3h 55m	10:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
12:15	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	3h 40m	15:55	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Fastest
08:05	Terminál 2	5h 25m	13:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
03:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 50m	07:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
06:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h	10:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Amsterdam on 3 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:15	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	3h 40m	15:55	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	CheapestFastest
08:05	Terminál 2	5h 25m	13:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
03:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 50m	07:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
06:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h	10:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
09:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h 45m	14:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Amsterdam on 4 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:15	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	3h 40m	15:55	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	CheapestFastest
15:00	Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal CGN Airport	6h	21:00	Amsterdam De Ruijterkade	No tags
09:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	9h 54m	19:19	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	No tags
08:05	Terminál 2	5h 25m	13:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
03:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 50m	07:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Amsterdam on 5 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h 20m	22:45	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
	12:15	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	3h 40m	15:55	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Fastest
	09:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	9h 54m	19:19	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	No tags
	08:05	Terminál 2	5h 25m	13:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	14:52	Hbf	5h 13m	20:05	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Amsterdam on 6 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	5h 16m	21:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
	12:15	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	3h 40m	15:55	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Fastest
	14:00	Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal CGN Airport	8h 30m	22:30	Amsterdam De Ruijterkade	No tags
	09:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	9h 54m	19:19	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	No tags
	08:05	Terminál 2	5h 25m	13:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Amsterdam on 7 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	3h 55m	10:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
	12:15	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	3h 40m	15:55	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Fastest
	09:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	9h 54m	19:19	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	No tags
	08:05	Terminál 2	5h 25m	13:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	5h 16m	21:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Amsterdam on 8 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	5h 1m	21:15	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
	12:15	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	3h 40m	15:55	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Fastest
	13:00	Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal CGN Airport	8h	21:00	Amsterdam De Ruijterkade	No tags
	09:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	9h 54m	19:19	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	No tags
	08:05	Terminál 2	5h 25m	13:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Amsterdam

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Amsterdam. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

2h 50mAverage duration

133 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £84	Average duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£20 - £105	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£10 - £24	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Amsterdam?

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
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Stops in Amsterdam

A
Bijlmer Arena
Hoogoorddreef 54, 1101 BE Amsterdam-Zuidoost, Netherlands
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B
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
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C
Sloterdijk
Radarweg 1043, 1043 Amsterdam, Netherlands
D
Duivendrecht
Stationsplein 3, 1115 BZ Duivendrecht, Netherlands
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E
Vondelpark
Amsterdam, Leidseplein, 1054 ET Amsterdam, Netherlands
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F
Elandsgracht Bus Station
Amsterdam, Busstation Elandsgracht, 1053 LS Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,489 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,183 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Based on 11183 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at £20

BlaBlaBus Cologne Amsterdam recent customer reviews

I love it

Youness L.

28 November 2019

Good option for a last minute bus

Luisa G.

31 October 2019

RegioJet

4/51,057 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,950 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Amsterdam

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

How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Amsterdam?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Amsterdam start from £12. The average price for this route is around £21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Amsterdam?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Amsterdam is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 142 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Amsterdam route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Amsterdam?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Amsterdam at 03:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Amsterdam?
A bus journey from Cologne to Amsterdam produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Cologne to Amsterdam?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1057 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Amsterdam?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Amsterdam?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Amsterdam?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, 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

29/11

£23

30/11

£29

Today

£18

02/12

£15

03/12

£14

04/12

£13

05/12

£11

06/12

£16

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Amsterdam was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £11

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

You can expect to pay from £11 to £42 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Amsterdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-12-05.

Usually 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.