The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Cologne
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
15 h 35 m
Average duration
17 h 42 m
Buses per day
3
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 £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £73.
To travel from Luton to Cologne you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus6:0515h35Luton22:40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£731One-way1 change
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FlixTrain17:0518h51Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)12:56Cologne Hbf£731One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus17:0518h40Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)12:45Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£731One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus6:0515h35Luton22:40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£731One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus17:0518h40Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)12:45Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£731One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus+
FlixTrain17:0518h51Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)12:56Cologne Hbf£731One-way2 changes
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 £21. 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 £21, and a train costs an average of £123.
Distance: 522 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£74 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest | £212 Average Price |
18h 45m Average total duration 18h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m 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 today, Saturday 9 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:05 Luton | 18h40 | 11:45 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Luton to Cologne by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Cologne
Buses from Luton to Cologne run on average 1 times per day, taking around 18h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 01:35, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 522 km distance in 16h 50m.
Distance 522 km |
Average bus duration 18h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 16h 50m |
First bus 1:35 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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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