How much is the bus ticket from Bruges to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bruges to Cologne start from $24. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Bruges to Cologne?

The average bus trip duration from Bruges to Cologne is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 164 miles (265 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Bruges to Cologne route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Bruges to Cologne at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Bruges to Cologne generates an estimated 6.602925 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 Bruges 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 11591 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bruges 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 Bruges 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 Bruges 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 Bruges to Cologne from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Bruges to Cologne on April 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:10pm	Centrum Station	6h 40m	8:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	8:05am	Centrum Station	6h 30m	2:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:30am	Centrum Station	7h 13m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
	8:45am	Centrum Station	8h 5m	4:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	8:25pm	Centrum Station	6h 35m	3:00am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:16 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bruges to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

3h 4mAverage Duration

163 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $88	Average Duration8h 5m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$54 - $222	Average Duration3h 4m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bruges and Cologne?

Stops in Bruges

A
Centrum Station
Bay 10, (in front of rail station), 8000 Smedenpoort
B
Sint-Michiels
N342 116, 8200 Brugge, Belgium
Visit page
C
Zeebrugge - P&O Ferries Terminal
Leopold II-dam 13, 8380 Brugge, 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

3.5/512,482 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

3.7/511,626 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, RegioJet, KLR Bus, Union Ivkoni, Lux Reisen

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bruges 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 Bruges to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bruges to Cologne start from $24. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Bruges to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Bruges to Cologne is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 164 miles (265 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bruges to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bruges to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Bruges to Cologne at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bruges to Cologne?
A bus trip from Bruges to Cologne generates an estimated 6.602925 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 Bruges 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 11591 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bruges 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 Bruges 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 Bruges 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

04/14

$27

04/15

$27

Today

$23

04/17

$31

04/18

$25

04/19

$21

04/20

No data

04/21

No data

The cheapest trip from Bruges to Cologne was searched and found on Apr 19, 2026 with a price of $21

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

You can expect to pay from $21 to $51 for a bus ticket from Bruges to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2026-04-19.

What's the cheapest way to go from Bruges to Cologne?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time8h 5m	Avg Price$33	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3h 4m	Avg Price$100	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time3h	Avg Price$34	Daily Departures1