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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cologne/Bonn Airport | Bruges | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Centrum Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Centrum Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Centrum Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 10:42 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Bruges
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bruges. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Bruges?
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 Bruges
- A
Centrum Station
Bay 10, (in front of rail station), 8000 Smedenpoort - BN342 116, 8200 Brugge, Belgium
- C
Zeebrugge - P&O Ferries Terminal
Leopold II-dam 13, 8380 Brugge, Belgium
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Bruges 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 Bruges?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Bruges start from $31. The average price for this route is around $48. 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 Bruges?
The average bus travel time from Cologne to Bruges is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 276 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Bruges route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Bruges?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Bruges at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 3:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Bruges?
A bus trip from Cologne to Bruges generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cologne to Bruges?
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 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Bruges?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Bruges?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Bruges?
According to Busbud traveller 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.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Bruges was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $33To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Bruges, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $33 to $93 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Bruges based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-12-07.
