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Next departures for Cologne to Darmstadt on October 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle ZweifalltorwegNo tags
FlixBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle ZweifalltorwegNo tags
FlixBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle ZweifalltorwegNo tags
FlixBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle ZweifalltorwegNo tags
FlixBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle ZweifalltorwegNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Darmstadt

Average PriceUS$15 - US$40Average Duration2h 50m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$46 - US$138Average Duration1h 54m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$12 - US$24Average Duration2h
7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Darmstadt

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Darmstadt. The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just US$12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19carpool per day
2hAverage Duration
US$12Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Darmstadt: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$20
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 50m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure1:40pm
Distance155 km
Latest bus departure10:20pm

Cologne to Darmstadt Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Cologne to Darmstadt, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Darmstadt

  1. How far is Cologne from Darmstadt?

    The distance between Cologne and Darmstadt is around 169 km (105 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cologne to Darmstadt?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Cologne/Bonn Airport, in Cologne, and end it at Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg, in Darmstadt.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$14
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US$16
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Darmstadt was searched and found on Oct 13, 2025 with a price of US$14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Darmstadt, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$14 to US$17 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Darmstadt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14 which is on 2025-10-13.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cologne to Darmstadt.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cologne to Darmstadt.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cologne to Darmstadt that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cologne to Darmstadt, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

Bus from Darmstadt to Cologne

You can also go to Darmstadt by train

Train from Cologne to Darmstadt

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