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The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Cologne

Showing times and prices for Apr 22

Cheapest price

$111

Average price

$115

Fastest journey

12 h 20 m

Average duration

13 h 43 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

497 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

FlixBusFlixBus
10:00PM12h20
London, Victoria Coach Station
11:20AMKöln, Flughafen
$1111One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
09:30AM15h05
London, Victoria Coach Station
01:35AMKöln, Flughafen
$1181One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m.

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€126

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€144

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€244

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14h 59m

Average duration

14h 29m

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4h 41m

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London to Cologne bus times

Showing buses for today, Monday, April 21
Last updated at 5:09 AM
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meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
15h05
11:35 PM Köln, Flughafen1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
12h20
8:20 AM Köln, Flughafen0 transfersDirect

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Overview: Bus from London to Cologne

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Buses from London to Cologne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $66 (€53) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by flight.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $33 (€27)
Distance
308 miles (496 km)
Average bus duration
14h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
$66 (€53)
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
2
Bus providers
3
Fastest bus
12h 35m
First bus
00:10
Last bus
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $33 (€27)

Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus and BlaBlaCar Bus from London to Cologne

Find the best buses from London to Cologne with Omio's travel partners FlixBus, Ourbus and BlaBlaCar Bus from $37 (€30). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

London to Cologne bus information with FlixBus:

  • Average Duration: 12 h
  • Cheapest Price: $37

Bus from London to Cologne: travel overview

One of the less well used buses routes is the route from London to Cologne. Only the buses company National Express offers a departure to the Rhine metropolis once a day. The London Cologne buses start their journey at the Victoria Coach Station in London and reach the terminus near Cologne Central Station after a night trip. The journey starts in London at 9.30 p.m. and reaches its destination the next morning around 10.15 a.m., so that travellers can already fully enjoy the first day of their trip. The journey time London - Cologne is approx. 11 hours and 45 minutes.

Cologne is the most populous city in North Rhine-Westphalia and the fourth largest city in Germany. Cologne is known above all for its exuberant carnival and the impressive cathedral, which is located in the direct vicinity of the main railway station and which you can hardly miss.

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Popular bus stations from London to Cologne

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Cologne
The major bus station for departures in London is London, Victoria Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Victoria Coach Station for your trip from London to Cologne.
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
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Distance to city center
2 km
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
The major bus station for arrivals in Cologne is Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) for your trip to Cologne from London.
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ParkingParking
ATMATM
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ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Car connection
Kennedystraße
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Car connection
Kennedystrasse
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
  • Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19

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