Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Venio Central station | CheapestFastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Venio Central station | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Venio Central station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Venlo
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Venlo. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 271, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 271 - R 309 | Average duration7h 20m | 2kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 152 - R 152 | Average duration1h 10m | 3kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Venlo?
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
Stops in Venlo
- AStationsplein 1, 5913 AA Venlo, Netherlands
- B
Venlo Bus Stop
Oude Markt 1, 5911 HG Venlo, Netherlands - C
Venlo- Border
Maaskade, Rotonde de Maas, 5911 Venlo, Netherlands
Compare bus companies
Based on 11640 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 271
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Venlo by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Venlo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Venlo start at R 271. The average price for this route is around R 292. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Venlo?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Venlo is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 86 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Venlo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Venlo?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Venlo at 10:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Venlo?
A bus trip from Cologne to Venlo produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 Venlo was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 207To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Venlo as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 207 to R 453 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Venlo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 392, which is on 2025-12-20.
