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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Schiphol to Cologne
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 32 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Schiphol to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schiphol to Cologne will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 3 buses that leave Schiphol 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 215 km distance in an average of 6 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 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.
(Amsterdam -> Prague)14:005h40Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)19:40Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)£141One-way0 changes
1646 · 504589:257h25Schiphol, Airport Terminal 116:50Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)£241One-way1 change
FlixBus16:506h30Schiphol, Airport Terminal 123:20Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£251One-way0 changes
- (Amsterdam -> Prague)14:005h40Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)19:40Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)£141One-way0 changes
- FlixBus16:506h30Schiphol, Airport Terminal 123:20Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£251One-way0 changes
- 1646 · 504589:257h25Schiphol, Airport Terminal 116:50Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)£241One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Schiphol to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schiphol to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £154.
Distance: 215 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price | £428 Average Price |
5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Schiphol to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Schiphol to Cologne coaches for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1646 · 50458 | 9:25 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 7h25 | 16:50 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 change | |
| (Amsterdam -> Prague) | 14:00 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 5h40 | 19:40 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:50 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 6h30 | 23:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Schiphol to Cologne
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Buses from Schiphol to Cologne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 215 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 215 km |
Average bus duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Schiphol to CologneYou can travel by bus between Schiphol to Cologne with FlixBus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Schiphol to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schiphol 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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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Schiphol and Cologne
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
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
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