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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Cologne
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
13 h 15 m
Average duration
13 h 33 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
497 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Cologne will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.
Of the 2 buses that leave London 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 497 km distance in an average of 13 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 50 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to Cologne
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 coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 497 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£77 Average Price Cheapest | £118 Average Price | £215 Average Price |
15h 15m Average total duration 14h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for London 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 13h15 | 11:45 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
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| FlixBus | 07:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 13h50 | 20:50 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book London to Cologne coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Ourbus or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from London to Cologne.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Cologne.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Ourbus or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from London to Cologne.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from London to Cologne.
Journey information
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 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 497 km distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 497 km |
Average bus duration 14h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus from London to CologneYou can travel by bus between London to Cologne with FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from London to Cologne
Flixbus and National Express Coaches service the route for buses from London to Cologne. Each operator provides frequent services each day, with the first bus leaving London, Victoria Coach Station at 9:00 a.m. and the last coach of the day departing for Cologne, Flughafen Station at 9:30 p.m. The average journey length when travelling on the direct service is approximately 11 hours. On services where passengers are expected to change once, however, the duration of the journey increases to 14 hours and 30 minutes.
FAQs: London to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ourbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- Ourbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Ourbus
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ourbus
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Cologne
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC- 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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