Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Erfurt central train station | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Erfurt central train station | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Erfurt central train station | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Erfurt to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Erfurt and Cologne?
Stops in Erfurt
- A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany - BAm Urbicher Kreuz, 99099 Erfurt, Germany
- CKurt-Schumacher-Straße 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
- D
Erfurt Hbf Bürgermeister-Wagner-Str.
Erfurt,, Germany - E
Erfurt Bushaltestelle
Willy-Brandt-Platz 4, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Based on 11400 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 Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £18
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Erfurt to Cologne
How far is Cologne from Erfurt by coach?
The distance between Erfurt and Cologne by coach is approximately 178 miles (287 km).
Is there a way to reach Cologne from Erfurt without a car?
The best way to go from Erfurt to Cologne without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Erfurt to Cologne was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Erfurt to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £17 to £45 for a bus ticket from Erfurt to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-11-26.
