Bus from Freiburg to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Freiburg to Cologne on 6 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBusBus
Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBusBus
Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBusBus
Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags
FlixBusBus
Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Freiburg to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 381, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day
4h 30mAverage duration
334 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 483 - R 865Average duration8h 5m
8kg CO₂e
Average priceR 328 - R 2 592Average duration4h 10m
8kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 381 - R 860Average duration4h 30m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Freiburg to Cologne by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Freiburg to Cologne?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Freiburg to Cologne start at R 483. The average price for this route is around R 597. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Freiburg to Cologne?

    The average bus journey time from Freiburg to Cologne is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 325 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Freiburg to Cologne route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Freiburg to Cologne?

    The earliest bus departs from Freiburg to Cologne at 01:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Freiburg to Cologne?

    A bus trip from Freiburg to Cologne produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/12
R 446
05/12
R 467
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08/12
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09/12
R 445
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Freiburg to Cologne was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 445

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Freiburg to Cologne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 445 to R 560 for a bus ticket from Freiburg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 445, which is on 2025-12-09.

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