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What are the most popular routes to Germany?

Cologne - ParisAverage price£34Average duration8h 50mDaily departures20
Cologne - BrusselsAverage price£20Average duration4h 20mDaily departures11
Karlsruhe - StrasbourgAverage price£8Average duration1h 10mDaily departures6
Frankfurt am Main - ParisAverage price£38Average duration10h 50mDaily departures32
Munich - ParisAverage price£53Average duration15h 35mDaily departures29
Munich - CologneAverage price£35Average duration10hDaily departures8
Frankfurt am Main - MilanoAverage price£56Average duration19h 5mDaily departures19
Cologne - BarcelonaAverage price£73Average duration1d Daily departures6
Cologne - Frankfurt am MainAverage price£14Average duration2h 30mDaily departures14
Mannheim - Frankfurt am MainAverage price£8Average duration1h 15mDaily departures8

What popular bus companies operate in Germany?

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
  • FlixBus
  • ALSA
  • MarinoBus
  • Sindbad
  • Flibco

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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 £38. 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 ↔ Paris (average: £34)
    Cologne ↔ Brussels (average: £20)
    Karlsruhe ↔ Strasbourg (average: £8)

  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: 15502 routes
    - Bus: 9724 routes
    - Carpool: 4046 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 Paris by bus?

    The bus is the most popular way to travel from Cologne to Paris
    Travel time: 8h 50m
    Ticket prices: From £34
    Frequency: 20 departures daily
    Recommended operators: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, ALSA, MarinoBus, Sindbad, Flibco, RegioJet, Travel Bus, Union Ivkoni, 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:
    Cologne ↔ Paris, France
    Cologne ↔ Brussels, Belgium
    Karlsruhe ↔ Strasbourg, France
    The trains connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Düsseldorf ↔ Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Düsseldorf ↔ Basel, Switzerland
    Stuttgart ↔ Amsterdam, Netherlands

  7. What are the most popular airports in Germany?

    You can find train and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Frankfurt Airport, Dusseldorf Airport, Stuttgart Airport, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Munich Airport, Hamburg Airport, Memmingen Airport, Friedrichshafen Airport, Frankfurt Hahn Airport

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