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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Rotterdam CS | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Rotterdam CS | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Rotterdam CS | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Rotterdam
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Rotterdam. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just €12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Rotterdam?
Stops in Cologne
- A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
- 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
Stops in Rotterdam
- A
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum - B
Busstation Rotterdam Centraal
Conradstraat 9, 3013 AN Stadscentrum, Netherlands - C
Weena - Rotterdam
Karel Doormanstraat 8, 3012 GJ Rotterdam, Netherlands - D
Willemsplein 0 - Rotterdam
Willemsplein 1-14, 3016 DR Rotterdam, Netherlands - E
Rosestraat 1101
Rosestraat 1101, 3071 AL Rotterdam, Netherlands - F
Weena
Weena 679, 3013 AM Rotterdam, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Rotterdam
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 Rotterdam?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Rotterdam start from €12. The average price for this route is around €28. 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 Rotterdam?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Rotterdam is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 216 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 10m and is operated by RegioJet.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Rotterdam route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 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 Rotterdam?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Rotterdam at 03:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Rotterdam?
A bus journey from Cologne to Rotterdam produces an estimated 5 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 Rotterdam?
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 1067 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Rotterdam?
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 Rotterdam?
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 Rotterdam?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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 Cologne to Rotterdam was searched and found on 23 Jan 2026 with a price of €9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Rotterdam as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €9 to €35 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Rotterdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €9, which is on 2026-01-29.