4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Duisburg
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
24 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Duisburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Duisburg will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
Of the 13 buses that leave Cologne for Duisburg every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cologne to Duisburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Duisburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 57 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Duisburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Duisburg coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 16:30 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1h50 | 18:20 Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:50 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1h30 | 20:20 Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1h30 | 22:10 Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| FlixBus | 03:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1h30 | 04:35 Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 05:55 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1h45 | 07:40 Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:25 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1h40 | 10:05 Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:15 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1h55 | 16:10 Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1h55 | 17:35 Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Duisburg
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Buses from Cologne to Duisburg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 57 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 57 km |
Average bus duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to DuisburgYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Duisburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Duisburg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Duisburg by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Duisburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Duisburg
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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