Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on December 7
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    		Frankfurt - Main bus station
    		Cologne/Bonn AirportCheapest
    BlaBlaCar BusBus
      		Frankfurt Main Airport P36
      		Cologne/Bonn AirportFastest
      RegioJetBus
      		Frankfurt - Main bus station
      		Terminál 2No tags
      FlixbusBus
      		FRA Frankfurt airport
      		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
      FlixbusBus
      		FRA Frankfurt airport
      		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:20 PM CET.

      Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main 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 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      34carpool per day
      1h 50mAverage Duration
      153 kmDistance
      6kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average Price$15 - $159Average Duration2h 20m
      3kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average Price$19 - $276Average Duration1h 31m
      4kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average Price$11 - $49Average Duration1h 50m
      6kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main 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.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne start from $15. The average price for this route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

        The average bus travel time from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 139 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 50m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Cologne route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

        The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

        A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1057 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

      8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

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

      Best price found
      12-04
      $44
      12-05
      $49
      Today
      $16
      12-07
      $16
      12-08
      $15
      12-09
      $16
      12-10
      $16
      12-11
      $15
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $15

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

      You can expect to pay from $15 to $74 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-12-11.

      Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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