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Busbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to ErfurtAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Cologne to Erfurt: Trip Overview
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Cologne to Erfurt Bus
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Erfurt was searched and found on May 8, 2025 with a price of $24To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Erfurt, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $24 to $24 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-05-08.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cologne and Erfurt!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cologne to Erfurt, get comfy and count the stars.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cologne to Erfurt that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Cologne to Erfurt.
Did you know?
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
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