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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Hbf Südseite | Terminál 2 | Cheapest | ||||
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| FRA Frankfurt airport | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Frankfurt - Main bus station | Cologne/Bonn Airport | No tags | ||||
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| FRA Frankfurt airport | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Frankfurt - Main bus station | Cologne/Bonn Airport | No tags | ||||
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| FRA Frankfurt airport | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | ||||
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| FRA Frankfurt airport | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Frankfurt Main Airport P36 | Cologne/Bonn Airport | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Cologne
Stops in Frankfurt am Main
- B
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - C
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, Germany
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher 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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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
The cheapest coach tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne start from £10. The average price for this route is around £14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 88 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
A bus journey from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne produces an estimated 3.533375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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 1106 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 4.0 out of 5 stars.
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.
The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne was searched and found on 16 Sept 2026 with a price of £8To 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 £8 to £104 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 £8, which is on 2026-09-16.
Usually BlaBlaCar Bus 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.
