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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Maastricht to Cologne
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Maastricht to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maastricht to Cologne will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 7 buses that leave Maastricht for Cologne every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
FlixBus18:151h50Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)20:05Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£121One-way0 changes- FlixBus13:452h20Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)16:05Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£121One-way0 changes
- FlixBus9:401h45Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)11:25Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£121One-way0 changes
- FlixBus5:003h30Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)8:30Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£161One-way0 changes
- FlixBus1:151h45Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)3:00Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£221One-way0 changes
- FlixBus10:051h35Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)11:40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£321One-way0 changes
- FlixBus19:101h40Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)20:50Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£271One-way0 changes
- FlixBus9:401h45Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)11:25Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£121One-way0 changes
- FlixBus1:151h45Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)3:00Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£221One-way0 changes
- FlixBus18:151h50Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)20:05Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Maastricht to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Maastricht to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 89 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price |
2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Maastricht to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Maastricht to Cologne coaches for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 18:15 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 1h50 | 20:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:10 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 1h40 | 20:50 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 18 July | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:15 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 1h45 | 3:00 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:00 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 3h30 | 8:30 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:40 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 1h45 | 11:25 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 1h35 | 11:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:45 Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 2h20 | 16:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 Union Ivkoni International or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Maastricht to Cologne.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Union Ivkoni International or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Maastricht to Cologne.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Maastricht to Cologne
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Buses from Maastricht to Cologne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 89 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 89 km |
Average bus duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 0:55 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus from Maastricht to CologneYou can travel by bus between Maastricht to Cologne with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Maastricht to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maastricht 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.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 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.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 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).
- Union Ivkoni International
- 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.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Maastricht and Cologne
Most Maastricht to Cologne buses use the Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) station pair, with some services arriving at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2). Use this guide to compare Maastricht and Cologne bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Maastricht, Central Station from Maastricht city centre
Which Cologne station do buses from Maastricht arrive at?
Getting to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) from Cologne city centre
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) bus station facilities and services
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) from Cologne city centre
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) bus station facilities and services
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and baggage claim area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Köln, ZOB from Cologne city centre
Köln, ZOB is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, ZOB bus station facilities and services
Köln, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), McDonald's (0.2 km), Vapiano (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln, ZOB.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
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