Cheap Bus, Train and Carpool Tickets in Germany

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What are the most popular routes to Germany?

Cologne - LiègeAverage price£41Average duration1h 36mDaily departures1
Munich - RomeAverage price£65Average duration13h 58mDaily departures1
Hamburg - BerlinAverage price£17Average duration3h 45mDaily departures39
Frankfurt am Main - BerlinAverage price£49Average duration4h 31mDaily departures112
Düsseldorf - AmsterdamAverage price£57Average duration3h 31mDaily departures96
Berlin - PragueAverage price£37Average duration6h 51mDaily departures23
Frankfurt am Main - StuttgartAverage price£15Average duration3h 45mDaily departures13
Berlin - CologneAverage price£51Average duration5h 52mDaily departures87
Munich - ParisAverage price£52Average duration15h 40mDaily departures36
Berlin - CologneAverage price£33Average duration9h 45mDaily departures25

What popular bus companies operate in Germany?

  • FlixBus
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
  • Flibco
  • Deutsche Bahn ICE
  • Sindbad
  • FlixTrain
  • Deutsche Bahn
  • RegioJet
  • ALSA
  • Yazıcıoğlu Turizm
  • Ecolines
  • Arda Tur

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Frequently asked questions about travelling in Germany

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

  1. How much does a coach ticket cost in Germany?

    Bus travel in Germany is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was £36. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
    Example fares in Germany:
    Cologne ↔ Liège (average: £41)
    Munich ↔ Rome (average: £65)
    Hamburg ↔ Berlin (average: £17)

  2. What is the best way to travel around Germany?

    While you can choose between different modes of transport, Buses, Trains and Carpools are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Germany:
    - Train: 13657 routes
    - Bus: 8555 routes
    - Carpool: 3945 routes

  3. How do I book coach and train tickets in Germany?

    Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare timetables and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.

  4. Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in Germany?

    When buying Bus or Train tickets in Germany with Busbud we accept the following payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, China Union Pay, Diners Club Canada, Discover Click to Pay, JCB payment, Google Pay
    Currency: Euro (EUR) is the main currency.

  5. How do I travel from Cologne to Liège by bus?

    The bus is the most popular way to travel from Cologne to Liège
    Travel time: 1h 36m
    Ticket prices: From £41
    Frequency: 1 departures daily
    Recommended operators: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Flibco, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Sindbad, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet, ALSA, Yazıcıoğlu Turizm, Ecolines, Arda Tur

  6. How do I get from Germany to neighbouring countries by bus or train?

    The buses that connect to major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Munich ↔ Paris, France
    Karlsruhe ↔ Paris, France
    Essen ↔ Paris, France
    The trains connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Cologne ↔ Liège, Belgium
    Munich ↔ Rome, Italy
    Düsseldorf ↔ Amsterdam, Netherlands

  7. What are the most popular airports in Germany?

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