Bus routes from Rotterdam to Cologne
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Avg. trip duration
4hr57mins
Avg. distance
289 km
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Bus stations and stops in Rotterdam
Rotterdam central station
Conradstraat 52
3013 AP Rotterdam
Netherlands
3013 AP Rotterdam
Netherlands
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International Bus Stop (Platform GG) Navigation to the platform can be found here: https://bit.ly/Rotterdam_CS
Rotterdam Zuidplein (Platform X)
Sallandweg
3083 Rotterdam
Netherlands
3083 Rotterdam
Netherlands
The FlixBus bus stop is at platform X, which is located on street level next to the stairs under the shopping center. Navigation to the platform can be found here:
https://bit.ly/RotterdamZuidplein
Due to reconstruction works, FlixBus will depart from the loading area at the Sallandweg next to the parking garage, under the shopping center. From the bus station, walk in the direction of the Q-park parking garage, and then to the right to the loading area.
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Free WiFi
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Power Outlets
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Comfortable seats
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Luggage storage
Space to safely stow your belongings
Toilets
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Frequently asked questions
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Find the cheapest buses from Rotterdam to Cologne
Getting from Rotterdam to Cologne is cheap and easy when you travel with FlixBus. The two cities are 261 km apart and traveling between the two takes as little as 4 hours 40 minutes.
FlixBus tickets are always good value, but you can save even more money by booking online in advance. Book on the website or with our FlixBus App in minutes, then simply use your phone as your ticket to board the bus.
You can get bus tickets to travel between Rotterdam and Cologne for as little as $25.98 if you book in advance and/or outside of busy travel times, like weekends and holidays.
For a quick, easy, and environmentally-conscious choice, travel with FlixBus.
We have a large network, so you can trust us to take you from your desired departure city to your destination in comfort and style - all for a great value.
Traveling from Rotterdam to Cologne
It’s easy to get from Rotterdam to Cologne with FlixBus, with 5 direct buses per day.
and it can take a minimum time of 4 hours 40 minutes.
Bus travel is the most environmentally friendly way to travel long distances and we’re working to make it even greener with high environmental standards across our fleet of buses, the use of alternative drive and fuel technologies, and the option for all passengers to offset their carbon emissions at the point of buying a ticket.
The average cost of bus travel between Rotterdam and Cologne is $25.98, which makes bus travel far cheaper than any other method.
Taking the bus from Rotterdam
Traveling from Rotterdam and not familiar with it? Here’s everything you need to know.
Rotterdam is a transport hub with 2 bus stations; the 132 buses departing every day take travelers to cities across the country
Arrival in Cologne
Traveling to Cologne for the first time? Here’s what you need to know:
Cologne is very well connected to other destinations on the FlixBus network. The city is connected to 395 other destinations that you can easily reach by bus. You can find 3 FlixBus stops in the city.
What to expect onboard the FlixBus bus from Rotterdam to Cologne
Getting from Rotterdam to Cologne aboard a FlixBus bus means traveling in comfort and style, with all the services you need to keep you occupied. Most of our buses include free Wi-Fi onboard, an entertainment system, toilets and power outlets.
You can bring one carry-on and one check-in piece of luggage per passenger, so even if you’re taking a long trip, you don’t need to worry about traveling light.
All ticket holders are guaranteed a seat on our buses but if you want to reserve a seat, you can do so at the time of booking. Choose from a classic seat, table seat, panorama seat or extra seat.
Just book online or on our FlixBus App when purchasing your ticket using any of our available payment methods.
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