How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Utrecht?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Utrecht start from $20. The average price for this route is around $23. 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 Utrecht?

The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Utrecht is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 122 miles (197 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Cologne to Utrecht route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Utrecht at 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 3:15pm.

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

A bus trip from Cologne to Utrecht generates an estimated 5 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 Utrecht?

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 11197 reviews.

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

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 Utrecht?

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 Utrecht?

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 Utrecht from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Cologne to Utrecht on December 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:25am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h	1:25pm	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	CheapestFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:28am	Hbf	4h 57m	1:25pm	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	No tags
	3:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 45m	9:25am	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	No tags
	3:15pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h 10m	7:25pm	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Utrecht on December 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:59am	Hbf	5h 1m	12:00pm	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	Cheapest
	9:25am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h	1:25pm	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	5h 11m	1:25pm	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	No tags
	3:15pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h 10m	7:25pm	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:00pm	Hbf	4h 25m	7:25pm	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Utrecht on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:00pm	Hbf	4h 25m	7:25pm	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	Cheapest
	9:25am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h	1:25pm	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:59am	Hbf	4h 51m	11:50am	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	No tags
	3:15pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h 10m	7:25pm	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:35 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Utrecht

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Utrecht. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

2h 40mAverage Duration

112 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $96	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$26 - $134	Average Duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$12 - $28	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Utrecht?

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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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 Utrecht

A
Jaarbusplein Bus Station
Jaarbeursplein 19, 3521 AP Utrecht, Netherlands
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B
Utrecht Central Station
Stationshal 12, 3511 CE Utrecht, Netherlands
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C
Utrecht Bus Stop
Griffioenlaan 1, 3526 LD Kanaleneiland, , Netherlands
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D
Croeselaan International Bus Station
Veemarktplein 43, 3521 Utrecht, Netherlands
E
Utrecht Jaarbeursplein
Croeselaan 15, 3521 BJ Utrecht, Netherlands
F
Utrecht Stationsplein Eurolines Bushalte
Stationsplein 57 , 3511 ED Utrecht, Hoog Catharijne, Netherlands

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,541 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

3.5/511,200 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Utrecht 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 Utrecht?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Utrecht start from $20. The average price for this route is around $23. 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 Utrecht?
The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Utrecht is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 122 miles (197 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Utrecht route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Utrecht?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Utrecht at 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 3:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Utrecht?
A bus trip from Cologne to Utrecht generates an estimated 5 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 Utrecht?
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 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Utrecht?
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 Utrecht?
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 Utrecht?
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

12/04

$18

12/05

$34

Today

$27

12/07

$24

12/08

$16

12/09

$17

12/10

$17

12/11

$17

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Utrecht was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $55 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Utrecht based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-12-08.