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Bus from Maastricht to Cologne: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Maastricht to Cologne. Traveling by bus from Maastricht to Cologne usually takes around 2 hours, but the fastest Union Ivkoni bus can make the trip in just one hour and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 56 mi (90 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $7.75 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Maastricht to Cologne?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Maastricht to Cologne that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 5 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 5 | 2h 1m | $16.76 |
| Union Ivkoni | 1 | 1h 30m | $22.57 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 5 trips from Maastricht to Cologne, and usually makes the trip in about 2 hours and 1 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Union Ivkoni was founded in Bulgaria in 1992 and quickly expanded its operations throughout Europe. Popular routes include both shorter travels within one country and long-haul international trips. Their reliable buses offer amenities to make your trip comfortable, including air conditioning, extra legroom, and power outlets. Union Ivkoni usually operates 1 trips per day on the route from Maastricht to Cologne, and the trip usually takes 1 hours and 30 minutes to complete.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Maastricht to Cologne
The bus takes an average of 2 hours to cover the 90 kilometers from Maastricht to Cologne. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 30 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Cologne at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Maastricht to Cologne, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Maastricht to Cologne every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Maastricht to Cologne without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Maastricht to Cologne; ticket prices start at $44.22.
City Information
Cologne
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There's no shortage of sights, culture, history, and adventure in Cologne, an alluring city on the Rhine. One of the most famous landmarks of the city is the Cologne Cathedral. This Gothic building and UNESCO World Heritage site remains the most iconic structure in the city. In fact, the Cologne Cathedral is the most visited landmark in Germany. Next door, the Museum Ludwig contrasts the cathedral's sense of history with an impressive collection of modern art, including works by Pablo Picasso and Andy Warhol.
Cologne's breadth of museums also caters to a younger crowd. Families with children should head to the Cologne Chocolate Museum along the river or the Cologne Zoological Garden for memorable, kid-friendly experiences.
Foodies, rejoice! Cologne is home to mouthwatering German delicacies and upscale restaurants. Start your day with breakfast at Café Sehnsucht. For lunch, visit Herings Im Martinswinkel, and for dinner, head over to Bei Oma Kleinmann to feel like you're visiting your long-lost German grandmother.
Trains like Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, and FlixTrain connect Cologne to other major European cities, including Munich, Paris, and Vienna. You can also catch a bus from Cologne on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, Union Ivkoni, or Columbuzz. Plus, the Cologne Bonn Airport is a large, well-outfitted airport with daily international flights for travelers coming from afar.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Maastricht?
Main departure station: Meerssenerweg
Maastricht has two bus stations with service to Cologne.
All bus stations in Maastricht:
Meerssenerweg
Meerssenerweg St
Where does the bus arrive in Cologne?
Main arrival station: Cologne / Bonn Airport Terminal 2
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Cologne.
Bus stations in Cologne:
Cologne / Bonn Airport Terminal 2
Bonn Airport Bus Terminal
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