The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Cologne
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£138
Fastest journey
15 h 25 m
Average duration
19 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
522 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Cologne will cost around £138 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £105.
Of the 2 buses that leave Luton 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 522 km distance in an average of 19 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 22 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Luton to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Luton to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £195.
Distance: 522 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£96 Average Price | £80 Average Price Cheapest | £197 Average Price |
20h 57m Average total duration 20h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Luton to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Cologne coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:50 Luton | 22h50 | 15:40 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:55 Luton | 15h25 | 08:20 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Cologne
Buses from Luton to Cologne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 20h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £32 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 01:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 522 km distance in 15h 30m.
Distance 522 km |
Average bus duration 20h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 15h 30m |
First bus 01:35 |
Last bus 23:50 |
FAQs: Luton to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.

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