How much does a bus ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne cost?

The bus ticket price from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne starts at $16. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne?

The average travel time between Frankfurt Airport and Cologne is around , although the fastest bus will take about 51m.This is the time it takes to travel the 153 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Frankfurt Airport and Cologne?

The number of buses from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne?

When taking the bus from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn ICE, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne?

Buses travelling between Frankfurt Airport and Cologne leave from FRA Frankfurt airport or FRA Airport and arrive at Hbf, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Gummersbacher Str..

Bus Frankfurt Airport to Cologne from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:05pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 20m	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	7:30pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h	9:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	1:25pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 45m	4:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 55m	10:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	3:05pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 55m	6:00pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:05pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 20m	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 55m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 30m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 55m	10:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	9:50am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 15m	12:05pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:05pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 20m	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 55m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 30m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	11:00am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 40m	1:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	1:25pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 45m	4:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	1h 50m	9:20am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:25am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 30m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	1:40am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 55m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	11:00am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 40m	1:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	1:25pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 45m	4:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	1h 50m	9:20am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:25am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 30m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	1:40am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 55m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	11:00am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 40m	1:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	1:25pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 45m	4:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	1h 50m	9:20am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:25am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 30m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	1:40am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 55m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	11:00am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 40m	1:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	1:25pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 45m	4:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	1h 50m	9:20am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:25am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 30m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	1:40am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 55m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	11:00am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 40m	1:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	1:25pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 45m	4:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	1h 50m	9:20am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:25am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 30m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	1:40am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 55m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	1:25pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 45m	4:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	3:05pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 20m	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 52 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

52mAverage Duration

150 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $108	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$33 - $90	Average Duration52m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stations and stops in Frankfurt Airport and Cologne?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A
FRA Frankfurt airport
Flughafen Frankfurt am Main 185, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
B
FRA Airport
60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
C
FRA Airport
Ankunftbogen, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
D
FRA Airport
Terminal 1/P 36, Frankfurt Flughafen,, 60549 Frankfurt am Main,, Germany
E
FRA Airport
The Squaire, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
D
Köln-Worringen
Worringen, 50769 Köln, Germany
E
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
F
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen

Official partners

FlixBus

3.5/511,422 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,152 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Based on 11152 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $16

BlaBlaBus Frankfurt am Main Cologne recent customer reviews

Good, for some reason everyone was clumped at the back of the bus, I got a bit hot and couldn't cool down. It would have been great if the driver were nicer or spoke better english but it was nothing big.

Ryan H.

October 23, 2019

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

Companies in Germany:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Amtrak, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar, Intercape

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne cost?
The bus ticket price from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne starts at $16. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne?
The average travel time between Frankfurt Airport and Cologne is around , although the fastest bus will take about 51m.This is the time it takes to travel the 153 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Frankfurt Airport and Cologne?
The number of buses from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne?
When taking the bus from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn ICE, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne?
Buses travelling between Frankfurt Airport and Cologne leave from FRA Frankfurt airport or FRA Airport and arrive at Hbf, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Gummersbacher Str..