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Grand Curtius
Archaeology and decorative arts museum in a former palace, with notable collections spanning regional history and applied arts.
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
1 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
2 h 17 m
Buses on 08 Sept
3
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Liège is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Liège will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 3 buses from Cologne to Liège, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 103 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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
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50449
50449
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Liège among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 103 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Liège:
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Liège costing on average £31.
Other travel options to Liège take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 54m.
Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £9. The journey takes 1h 54m versus 1h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Liège coaches for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
52120 | 15:35 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 2h15 | 17:50 Liege, Train Station Guillemins | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:55 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 2h45 | 18:40 Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) | 0 changesdirect | |
50449 | 23:00 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1h55 | 0:55 Liege, Train Station Guillemins | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:55 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 2h10 | 2:05 Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Cologne to Liège run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 103 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 103 km |
Average bus duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Liège 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 Liège, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Liège buses use the Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) to Liege, Gare des Guillemins station pair, with some services arriving at Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins). Use this guide to compare Cologne and Liège bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and baggage claim area.
Ticket office support is available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).
Available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.
Liege, Gare des Guillemins has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Liege, Gare des Guillemins. ATMs are aTM is located near the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Liege, Gare des Guillemins.
Available at Liege, Gare des Guillemins: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liege, Gare des Guillemins: Wheelchair accessible paths and facilities available.
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