Cologne to Leuven bus with BlaBlaCar

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Leuven

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£15

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

3 h 25 m

Average duration

4 h 33 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

158 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Cologne to Leuven will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Cologne for Leuven every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 4 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 35 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.

FlixBus
07:153h40
Cologne
10:55Leuven
£151One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
21:556h35
Cologne
04:30Leuven
£201One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar Bus
07:253h25
Cologne
10:50Leuven
£231One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Leuven

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Leuven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. 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 £8, and a flight costs an average of £172.

Distance: 158 km

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£15

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Cheapest

£51

Average Price

£519

Average Price

3h 31m

Average total duration

3h 1m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 9m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 39m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 15m

Average total duration

5h 15m

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3h 0m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Live departures

Cologne to Leuven bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 07:34
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus21:55 Cologne
6h35
04:30 Leuven0 changesdirect
Thursday 6 November
meinfernbus_flixbus07:15 Cologne
3h40
10:55 Leuven0 changesdirect
blablacarbus07:25 Cologne
3h25
10:50 Leuven0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cologne to Leuven

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Buses from Cologne to Leuven run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
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
Distance
158 km
Average bus duration
3h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
3h 25m
First bus
00:45
Last bus
23:55
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

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Cologne to LeuvenYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Leuven with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
£9
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Cologne to Leuven coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Cologne to Leuven with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Leuven.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cologne to Leuven can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cologne to Leuven is £19; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Cologne to Leuven is 3 h 25 min   to travel the 97 mile long route, with around there are 4 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Cologne to Leuven leaves at 02: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Cologne to Leuven leaves at 22: 50.
There are 4 coaches a day from Cologne to Leuven which require at least one change with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus or Ourbus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Cologne to Leuven, you can count on BlaBlaCar, FlixBus or Ourbus for the best way to get you to Leuven. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from Cologne to Leuven and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Leuven from Cologne is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Cologne to Leuven by coach is December.
You have options as you can travel to Leuven from Cologne 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Cologne to Leuven has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cologne to Leuven.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cologne to Leuven.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Cologne to Leuven.
    No, luggage for the coach from Cologne to Leuven needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Cologne to Leuven.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cologne to Leuven.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Cologne to Leuven.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Cologne to Leuven.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Leuven

    Cologne
    Leuven
    The major coach station for departures 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 from Cologne to Leuven.
    Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    ATMATM
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    information
    address
    Address
    Kennedystrasse, Koln, Germany
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    13 km
    carConnection
    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
    information
    address
    Address
    Kennedystrasse, 51147 Koln, Germany
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 00:00-23:59
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    13 km
    carConnection
    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 transport options for Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    • Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19

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