How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Antwerp cost?

The bus ticket price from Cologne to Antwerp starts at R 302. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Antwerp is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Antwerp?

The average travel time between Cologne and Antwerp is around 5h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 181 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Antwerp?

The number of buses from Cologne to Antwerp can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Antwerp by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Antwerp?

When taking the bus from Cologne to Antwerp, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Antwerp?

Buses travelling between Cologne and Antwerp leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Antwerpen-Berchem, Borsbeeksebrug, Crowne Plaza.

Bus Cologne to Antwerp from R 263 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Antwerp on 14 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:30	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	3h 55m	19:25	Antwerp Rooseveltplaats	CheapestFastest
	11:55	Cologne/Bonn Airport	9h 5m	21:00	Antwerpen P+R Luchtbal	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:00	Hbf	5h 25m	20:25	Antwerp Rooseveltplaats	No tags
	10:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 35m	15:45	Antwerp Rooseveltplaats	No tags
	15:55	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 15m	21:10	Antwerp Rooseveltplaats	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Antwerp on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:55	Cologne/Bonn Airport	9h 5m	21:00	Antwerpen P+R Luchtbal	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:24 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Antwerp

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Antwerp. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 256, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

181 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 302 - R 1 148	Average duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 642 - R 3 130	Average duration2h 36m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 256 - R 385	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 305 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 944 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 114 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

BE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Antwerp?

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Stops in Antwerp

A - Antwerpen-Berchem

B - Borsbeeksebrug

C - Crowne Plaza

D - Antwerpen

E - Antwerpen - Centraal

F - Berchem Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Antwerp by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Antwerp cost?
The bus ticket price from Cologne to Antwerp starts at R 302. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Antwerp is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Antwerp?
The average travel time between Cologne and Antwerp is around 5h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 181 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Antwerp?
The number of buses from Cologne to Antwerp can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Antwerp by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Antwerp?
When taking the bus from Cologne to Antwerp, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Antwerp?
Buses travelling between Cologne and Antwerp leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Antwerpen-Berchem, Borsbeeksebrug, Crowne Plaza.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/11

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13/11

R 364

Today

R 417

15/11

R 435

16/11

R 395

17/11

R 301

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The cheapest trip from Cologne to Antwerp was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 301

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

You can expect to pay from R 301 to R 584 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Antwerp based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 301, which is on 2025-11-17.