How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Bruges?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Bruges start from $22. The average price for this route is around $34. 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 trip duration from Cologne to Bruges is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 171 miles (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 is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel 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 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 Bruges?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.

Bus Cologne to Bruges from $20 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Cologne to Bruges on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	8h 10m	11:40pm	Centrum Station	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 45m	11:40pm	Centrum Station	No tags
Bus	9:15am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	6h 30m	3:45pm	Centrum Station	No tags
Bus	12:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 15m	8:35pm	Centrum Station	No tags
Bus	3:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	6h 10m	9:15am	Centrum Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Bruges

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bruges. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

163 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $70	Average Duration7h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$48 - $183	Average Duration4h 49m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $34	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Bruges?

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 Bruges

A
Centrum Station
Bay 10, (in front of rail station), 8000 Smedenpoort
B
Sint-Michiels
N342 116, 8200 Brugge, Belgium
Visit page
C
Zeebrugge - P&O Ferries Terminal
Leopold II-dam 13, 8380 Brugge, Belgium

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,505 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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

3.5/511,187 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

BE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $22. The average price for this route is around $34. 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 trip duration from Cologne to Bruges is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 171 miles (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 is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel 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 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 Bruges?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.

Best price found

12/01

$24

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12/04

$20

12/05

$21

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The cheapest trip from Cologne to Bruges was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $20

To 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 $20 to $36 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 $20 which is on 2025-12-04.

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.