Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Leuven Station (Perron 15) | Cologne/Bonn Airport | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Leuven | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Leuven to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Leuven and Cologne?
Stops in Leuven
- A
Leuven
Diestsepoort 3, 3000 Leuven
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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leuven to Cologne 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 Leuven to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leuven to Cologne start from $15. The average price for this route is around $19. 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 Leuven to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Leuven to Cologne is 3h 25m, covering a distance of 105 miles (169 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Leuven to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leuven to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Leuven to Cologne at 5:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leuven to Cologne?
A bus trip from Leuven to Cologne generates an estimated 4 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 Leuven to Cologne?
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 Leuven to Cologne?
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 Leuven to Cologne?
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 Leuven to Cologne?
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 Leuven to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $13To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leuven to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $13 to $30 for a bus ticket from Leuven to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-12-11.
Usually BlaBlaCar Bus 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Leuven to Cologne?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
