How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Antwerp?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Antwerp start from R 333. The average price for this route is around R 500. 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 Cologne to Antwerp?

The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Antwerp is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 119 miles (192 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Cologne to Antwerp route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , Union Ivkoni .

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

The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Antwerp at 4:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Cologne to Antwerp generates an estimated 4.778524999999999 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 Cologne to Antwerp?

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 11809 reviews.

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

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 Cologne to Antwerp?

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 Cologne to Antwerp?

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 Cologne to Antwerp from R 271 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures for Cologne to Antwerp on May 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:55am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	9h 5m	9:00pm	Antwerpen P+R Luchtbal	CheapestFastest

Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Antwerp

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Antwerp. The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 333, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

5h 55mAverage Duration

119 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR 333 - R 1 217	Average Duration5h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR 622 - R 2 947	Average Duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Antwerp?

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

Stops in Antwerp

A
Borsbeeksebrug
Central Railway Station Bernhem, in front of old post, Borsbeeksebrug 32, 2600 Antwerpen, Belgium
Visit page
B
Antwerpen-Berchem
Binnensingel 189, 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

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

BE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Ecolines, KLR Bus

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Antwerp 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 Cologne to Antwerp?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Antwerp start from R 333. The average price for this route is around R 500. 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 Cologne to Antwerp?
The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Antwerp is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 119 miles (192 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Antwerp route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Antwerp?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Antwerp at 4:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Antwerp?
A bus trip from Cologne to Antwerp generates an estimated 4.778524999999999 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 Cologne to Antwerp?
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 11809 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Antwerp?
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 Cologne to Antwerp?
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 Cologne to Antwerp?
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

R 543

05/27

R 432

Today

R 402

05/29

R 580

05/30

R 361

05/31

R 502

06/01

R 382

06/02

R 321

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Antwerp was searched and found on Jun 2, 2026 with a price of R 321

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 321 to R 1 093 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 321 which is on 2026-06-02.

Usually FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus 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.