Cologne to Amsterdam bus
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Bus times from Cologne to Amsterdam
Fastest Journey
3 h 45 m
Average
3 h 55 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
214 km
Of the 5 buses that leave Cologne for Amsterdam every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Bus from Cologne to Amsterdam
 | Distance | 133 miles (214 km) |
 | Average bus duration | 4 h 11 min |
 | Average bus ticket price | $22 (€19) |
 | Direct bus | Yes |
 | Bus companies | Flixbus, STUDENT AGENCY k. S. Union Ivkoni International, Deutsche Bahn or BlaBlaCar Bus |
Buses from Cologne to Amsterdam cover the 133 miles (214 km) long route taking on average 4 h 11 min with our travel partners like Flixbus, STUDENT AGENCY k. S. Union Ivkoni International, Deutsche Bahn or BlaBlaCar Bus. There are direct bus services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $22 (€19), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $11 (€10). Travelers depart most frequently from Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle) and arrive in Amsterdam, Radarweg (Sloterdijk).
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Amsterdam
Travel from Cologne to Amsterdam from $11 (€10) with Omio’s bus partners FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
- Cheapest Price: $11
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of bus services and makes on average about 40, 000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of buses includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Cologne to Amsterdam bus.
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS), a subsidiary of the popular French carpooling company, BlaBlaCar, is a bus company operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe. Founded in France, BlaBlaCar Bus provides connections to over 300 destinations. Standard amenities on the buses include air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long bus journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. On select routes there is also free Wi-Fi available. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Buses from Cologne to Amsterdam: Journey Details
Buses from Cologne to Amsterdam are operated by Eurolines and Flixbus, with direct journey times of between 3 and 6 hours. There are around nine departures a day, from about 6:30 a.m., until just before 7:00 p.m.
Taking the Bus from Cologne
Buses from Cologne to Amsterdam depart from Breslauer Platz Bus Station, located next to the main railroad station in the city centre. Both are on Cologne's transport network of frequent underground and suburban trains, buses and trams. Cologne also has several night bus routes. A cab rank is located at the station.
Getting into Amsterdam by Bus
Amsterdam is a charming city full of history, architecture, cafes and restaurants, and is the ideal place for exploring either on foot or by water ferries and cabs. Amsterdam has several world-class museums, such as the Rijksmuseum, the Hermitage Amsterdam, the Van Gogh Museum, the National Maritime Museum and Anne Frank's House. There is also a lively cafe culture throughout the day and evening. Buses from Cologne to Amsterdam arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station. This is slightly further out of the city than Amsterdam Centraal Station, but linked by local trains and buses, as well as trams. Amsterdam's bus routes cover the outer areas of the city, and run throughout the night, while trams operate within the historic centre. Hop-on hop-off water ferries are a perfect way to get around the city. A cab rank is located outside Sloterdijk Bus Station.
Taking the Bus from Cologne
Buses from Cologne to Amsterdam depart from Breslauer Platz Bus Station, located next to the main railway station in the city center. Both are on Cologne's transport network of frequent underground and suburban trains, buses and trams. Cologne also has several night bus routes. A taxi rank is also located at the station.
Getting into Amsterdam by Bus
Amsterdam is a charming city full of history, architecture, cafes and restaurants, and is the ideal place for exploring either on foot, bicycle or by water ferries and taxis. Amsterdam has several world-class museums, such as the Rijksmuseum, the Hermitage Amsterdam, the Van Gogh Museum, the National Maritime Museum and Anne Frank's House. There is also a lively cafe culture throughout the day and evening. Buses from Cologne to Amsterdam arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station. This is slightly further out of the city than Amsterdam Centraal Station but linked by local trains and buses, as well as trams. Amsterdam's bus routes cover the outer areas of the city and run throughout the night, while trams operate within the historic center. Hop-on hop-off water ferries are a perfect way to get around the city. A taxi rank is also located outside Sloterdijk Bus Station.
FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Amsterdam
Travel between Cologne, Germany and Amsterdam, Netherlands by bus is: Unrestricted.
Can I enter Netherlands from Germany?
International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Netherlands from Cologne?
Conditions of entry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Amsterdam, Netherlands?
All travelers in Netherlands must observe these coronavirus safety measures:
- Physical distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask: Recommended
The information above was last checked on 5/17/23. Remember to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your bus between Cologne and Amsterdam as this information can change.
Return travel from Netherlands to Germany is: Unrestricted.
Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Cologne from Amsterdam?
Entry into Germany is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Netherlands
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Amsterdam?
Requirements for reentering:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Cologne, Germany?
The government of Germany has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance requirement: metre (s) ( feet)
- Face mask requirement: Mandatory
Last checked on 5/25/23. Please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations closer to the travel date of your bus to Cologne from Amsterdam.
When traveling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle) and arriving in Amsterdam, Radarweg (Sloterdijk).
The most popular departure bus station with passengers for this trip, called Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle), is located 3.2 miles (5.2 km) from the city center of Cologne.
The most popular arrival bus station, Amsterdam, Radarweg (Sloterdijk), is located 2.5 miles (4 km) away from the city center of Amsterdam.
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