What is the travel distance from Cologne to Marburg?

The distance separating Cologne and Marburg is 80 miles (129 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Marburg?

The majority of buses traveling from Cologne to Marburg start their journey at Cologne/Bonn Airport and wind up at Bushaltestelle Marburg Krummbogen. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Cologne to Marburg from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Cologne to Marburg on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:55am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	5h 30m	3:25pm	Bushaltestelle Marburg Krummbogen	No tags
Bus	10:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	4h 50m	3:25pm	Bushaltestelle Marburg Krummbogen	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 55m	1:10am	Bushaltestelle Marburg Krummbogen	No tags
Bus	6:10pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	7h	1:10am	Bushaltestelle Marburg Krummbogen	No tags
Bus	11:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 40m	5:15am	Bushaltestelle Marburg Krummbogen	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Marburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Marburg. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

2hAverage Duration

80 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $43	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$50 - $164	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$11 - $24	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Marburg?

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Stops in Marburg

A
Bushaltestelle Marburg Krummbogen
Krummbogen 100, 35039 Marburg, Hessen
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B
Marburg Bus Stop
Ernst-Giller-Straße 2, 35039 Marburg, Germany

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FlixBus

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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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Marburg by bus

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$25

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$31

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$20

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Marburg was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $49 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Marburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-11-27.