The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool to Cologne
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
1 d 50 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 38 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
730 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Cologne will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £60.
Of the 2 buses that leave Liverpool for Cologne every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 730 km distance in an average of 1 d 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 2 h 25 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 Liverpool to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £60. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, and a train costs an average of £343.
Distance: 730 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£85 Average Price Cheapest | £345 Average Price |
19h 50m Average total duration 19h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 17m Average total duration Fastest 10h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Liverpool to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Cologne coaches for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 23:45 Liverpool | 28h20 | 04:05 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 25 February | |||||
![]() | 10:40 Liverpool | 26h25 | 13:05 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Cologne
Buses from Liverpool to Cologne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 19h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £60 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 730 km distance in 21h 55m.
Distance 730 km |
Average bus duration 19h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 21h 55m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Liverpool to CologneYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Cologne with FlixBus for as low as £60. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Liverpool to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Cologne 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 Cologne, 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 Liverpool and Cologne
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Costa Coffee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 82, 86A Train: Merseyrail
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
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