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Bus Cologne to Amsterdam: Trip Overview
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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.
Based on 7339 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaBus ticket prices on this trip start at $27.00
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Based on 1585 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at $19.00
Based on 893 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the seats but often complained with the wifi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at $25.00
Cologne to Amsterdam Buses
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We make sure you can find a bus service from Cologne to Amsterdam from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 10 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 3:40AM - 11:50PM |
Minimum Price | $12 |
Average Ticket Price | $23 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 3h45m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 4h40m |
Distance | 143 miles (230 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | FlixBus, BlaBlaBus, Union Ivkoni, RegioJet |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Cologne and Amsterdam?
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
HbfGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Gummersbacher Str.Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
Riehl ZooHeinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
Leverkusen MitteCologne,, Germany
Rhein Energie StadionRadarweg 1043, 1043 Amsterdam, Netherlands
SloterdijkHoogoorddreef 54, 1101 BE Amsterdam-Zuidoost, Netherlands
Bijlmer ArenaStationsplein 3, 1115 BZ Duivendrecht, Netherlands
DuivendrechtPrins Hendrikkade 4, 1012 TM Amsterdam, Netherlands
CentraalAmsterdam, Busstation Elandsgracht, 1053 LS Amsterdam, Netherlands
ElandsgrachtFrequently asked questions for your trip Cologne - Amsterdam
You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most practical and sustainable way. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.
The travel time from Cologne to Amsterdam is about 4h 40m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 3h 45m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 133 miles (215 km) that separate the two cities.
About 133 miles (215 km) separate Cologne and Amsterdam.
You can choose from 10 travel times and travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaBus and Union Ivkoni. The number of buses running from Cologne to Amsterdam may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Cologne to Amsterdam a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!
The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 3:40 AM and ending at 11:50 PM.
If you're headed to Amsterdam from Cologne, chances are that your bus will leave from Cologne Airport and arrive at Sloterdijk. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $10.
The average price of a one-way ticket from Cologne to Amsterdam is $23. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $10 and $73, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.
Once in Amsterdam, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are City Sightseeing Amsterdam Hop On and Hop Off, Cycling in Amsterdam, Last Minute Ticket Shop, Canal cruise and Canal Motorboats.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Amsterdam, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $16 to $45 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Amsterdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2024-03-21.
Usually Flixbus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cologne and Amsterdam!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cologne to Amsterdam, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cologne to Amsterdam.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cologne to Amsterdam, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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Bus from Amsterdam to CologneYou can also go to Amsterdam by train
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