How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne start from $72. The average price for this route is around $86. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne?

The average bus travel time from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne is 14h 30m, covering a distance of 541 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne?

A bus trip from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne from $69 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:55am	Bahnhofsplatz	11h 48m	9:43pm	Hbf	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:50am	Bahnhofsplatz	11h 53m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
	5:50am	Bahnhofsplatz	14h 30m	8:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	9:55am	Bahnhofsplatz	17h	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	5:50am	Bahnhofsplatz	14h	7:50pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:55am	Bahnhofsplatz	11h 48m	9:43pm	Hbf	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:35am	Bahnhofsplatz	13h 21m	6:56pm	Hbf	No tags
	5:35am	Bahnhofsplatz	14h 45m	8:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	9:55am	Bahnhofsplatz	17h	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	5:35am	Bahnhofsplatz	14h 15m	7:50pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne on December 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:50am	Bahnhofsplatz	11h 53m	5:43pm	Hbf	CheapestFastest
	5:50am	Bahnhofsplatz	14h 30m	8:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	5:50am	Bahnhofsplatz	14h	7:50pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 8:32 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

6hAverage Duration

548 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$72 - $136	Average Duration14h 30m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$52 - $270	Average Duration6h 48m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$44 - $75	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,593 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11593 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $72

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne start from $72. The average price for this route is around $86. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne is 14h 30m, covering a distance of 541 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne?
A bus trip from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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$74

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$78

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The cheapest trip from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $69

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

You can expect to pay from $69 to $97 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $69 which is on 2025-12-15.