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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Frankfurt - Main bus station | Terminál 2 | Cheapest | |||||
 | Frankfurt Main Airport P36 | Cologne/Bonn Airport | Fastest | |||||
| Frankfurt - Main bus station | Cologne/Bonn Airport | No tags | |||||
 | FRA Frankfurt airport | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
| FRA Frankfurt airport | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags |
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Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Frankfurt am Main - Cologne
How much does a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne cost?
The bus ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne starts at US$11. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main 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 am Main to Cologne?
The average travel time between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne is around 2h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 55m. 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 am Main and Cologne?
The number of buses from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 19 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
When taking the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
Buses travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne leave from Frankfurt Airport or Hbf and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..
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The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$11To 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 US$11 to US$88 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 US$11, which is on 2025-11-03.
Usually FlixBus 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.
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One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
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Popular Buses Connecting Frankfurt am Main
Buses Leaving from Frankfurt am Main
- Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg
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Buses Going to Frankfurt am Main
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Popular Buses Connecting Cologne
Buses Leaving from Cologne
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