Bus Tickets from Cologne to Brussels

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Next departures for Cologne to Brussels on September 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels North Train StationCheapest
BlaBlaCar Bus
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)Fastest
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Brussels AirportNo tags
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Brussels AirportNo tags
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Brussels AirportNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Brussels

Bus
Average PriceUS$13 - US$82Average Duration4h 15m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$30 - US$176Average Duration2h 7m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$11 - US$31Average Duration2h 20m
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Brussels

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Brussels. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day
2h 20mAverage Duration
US$11Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Brussels: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$24
Average Bus Trip Duration4h 15m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure12:05am
Distance176 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Cologne to Brussels Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Cologne to Brussels is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Cologne to Brussels.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Brussels from Cologne, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Brussels

  1. How far is Cologne from Brussels?

    The distance between Cologne and Brussels is around 183 km (114 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cologne to Brussels?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Cologne/Bonn Airport, in Cologne, and end it at Brux-Nord, in Brussels.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09-27
US$24
09-28
US$29
Today
US$15
09-30
US$14
10-01
US$23
10-02
US$22
10-03
US$28
10-04
US$17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Brussels was searched and found on Sep 30, 2025 with a price of US$14

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

You can expect to pay from US$14 to US$83 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Brussels based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14 which is on 2025-09-30.

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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cologne to Brussels.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cologne to Brussels.

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 Brussels.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cologne to Brussels, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

Bus from Brussels to Cologne

You can also go to Brussels by train

Train from Cologne to Brussels

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