Bus Tickets from Darmstadt to Cologne

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Next departures for Darmstadt to Cologne on October 6
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)CheapestFastest

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Compare 3 ways to go from Darmstadt to Cologne

Bus
Average PriceUS$15 - US$21Average Duration2h 10m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$46 - US$142Average Duration1h 45m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$9 - US$23Average Duration2h
7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Darmstadt to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just US$9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16carpool per day
2hAverage Duration
US$9Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Darmstadt to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$17
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 10m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure1:45am
Distance155 km
Latest bus departure2:35pm

Darmstadt to Cologne Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Darmstadt - Cologne

  1. How far is Darmstadt from Cologne?

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

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10-04
US$16
10-05
US$27
Today
US$16
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10-08
US$14
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Darmstadt to Cologne was searched and found on Oct 8, 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 Darmstadt to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$14 to US$46 for a bus ticket from Darmstadt to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14 which is on 2025-10-08.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Darmstadt to Cologne but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Darmstadt to Cologne, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Darmstadt to Cologne.

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

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Darmstadt to Cologne?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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