How much is the bus ticket from Antwerp to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Antwerp to Cologne start from $21. The average price for this route is around $30. 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 Antwerp to Cologne?

The average bus trip duration from Antwerp to Cologne is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 119 miles (192 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Antwerp to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , Union Ivkoni , Musil Tour .

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

The earliest bus departs from Antwerp to Cologne at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Antwerp to Cologne generates an estimated 4.777125 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Antwerp 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 11808 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Antwerp to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler 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.

Bus Antwerp to Cologne from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Antwerp to Cologne on May 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:30am	Antwerpen P+R Luchtbal	5h 20m	4:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
		10:35pm	Antwerp	7h 50m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures for Antwerp to Cologne on May 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:15am	Borsbeeksebrug	5h 15m	4:30pm	Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal CGN Airport	Cheapest
	10:25am	Antwerp Rooseveltplaats	4h 5m	2:30pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
	10:35pm	Antwerp	7h 50m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	7:55am	Antwerp Rooseveltplaats	5h 46m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	5:10am	Antwerp Rooseveltplaats	5h 20m	10:30am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Antwerp to Cologne on May 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:30am	Antwerpen P+R Luchtbal	5h 20m	4:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
		10:35pm	Antwerp	7h 50m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures for Antwerp to Cologne on June 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:30am	Antwerpen P+R Luchtbal	6h 20m	5:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:02 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Antwerp to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

5h 45mAverage Duration

119 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $117	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$37 - $182	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Antwerp and Cologne?

Stops in Antwerp

A
Antwerpen-Berchem
Binnensingel 189, 2600 Antwerpen, Belgium
Visit page
B
Borsbeeksebrug
Central Railway Station Bernhem, in front of old post, Borsbeeksebrug 32, 2600 Antwerpen, Belgium
Visit page
C
Crowne Plaza
Gerard le Grellelaan 10, 2020 Antwerpen, Belgium
Visit page
D
Antwerpen
Koningin Astridplein 38, 2018 Antwerpen, Belgium
E
Antwerpen - Centraal
Pelikaanstraat 15-29, 2018 Antwerpen, Belgium
F
Berchem Station
Vleminckstraat 7, 2000 Stadhuis-Sint-Jacob-Hessenhuis, Belgium

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,715 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/511,853 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Union Ivkoni

2.7/51,998 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.8

Musil Tour

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Sindbad, KLR Bus, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Antwerp 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 Antwerp to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Antwerp to Cologne start from $21. The average price for this route is around $30. 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 Antwerp to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Antwerp to Cologne is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 119 miles (192 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Antwerp to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni, Musil Tour.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Antwerp to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Antwerp to Cologne at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Antwerp to Cologne?
A bus trip from Antwerp to Cologne generates an estimated 4.777125 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Antwerp 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 11808 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Antwerp to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Antwerp to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Antwerp to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler 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.

Best price found

05/26

$49

05/27

$33

Today

$36

05/29

$24

05/30

$29

05/31

$24

06/01

$22

06/02

$18

The cheapest trip from Antwerp to Cologne was searched and found on Jun 2, 2026 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $52 for a bus ticket from Antwerp to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2026-06-02.