Busbud recommends carpooling from Amsterdam to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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 10889 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $48
Based on 1051 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at $27
Based on 1918 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 $18
Based on 10889 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $48
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Amsterdam - Cologne
What is the distance between Amsterdam and Cologne?
The distance separating Amsterdam and Cologne is 133 miles (215 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Amsterdam to Cologne?
If you're headed to Cologne from Amsterdam, chances are that your bus will leave from Sloterdijk and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.
What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?
Once in Cologne, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Roman Praetorium, Volksgarten, Boat tours on the Rhine, Cologne Cathedral and Cologne Zoo.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
09/23
$11
09/24
$34
Today
$22
09/26
$22
09/27
$21
09/28
$24
09/29
$16
09/30
$17
The cheapest trip from Amsterdam to Cologne was searched and found on Sep 23, 2025 with a price of $11
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Amsterdam to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $11 to $86 for a bus ticket from Amsterdam to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-09-29.
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 traveling from Amsterdam to Cologne.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Amsterdam to Cologne, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Amsterdam to Cologne will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Amsterdam to Cologne while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
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.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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!
What's the cheapest way to go from Amsterdam to Cologne?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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Busbud recommends carpooling from Amsterdam to Cologne
The cheapest trip from Amsterdam to Cologne was searched and found on Sep 23, 2025 with a price of $11
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
