What is the travel distance from Erlangen to Cologne?

Erlangen and Cologne are 202 miles (326 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Erlangen to Cologne start their journey at Erlangen Bahnhof and wind up at Cologne/Bonn Airport. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?

Once in Cologne, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Cologne Cathedral, Roman Praetorium, Cologne cable cars, Historic Town Hall and Köln Triangle Panorama.

Bus Erlangen to Cologne from $20 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Erlangen to Cologne on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00am	Erlangen Bahnhof	6h 25m	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	8:55pm	Erlangen Bahnhof	6h	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	1:45pm	Erlangen Bahnhof	6h 50m	8:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Erlangen Bahnhof	7h	6:00pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	Erlangen Bahnhof	7h 25m	9:10pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:07 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Erlangen to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

4hAverage Duration

202 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $79	Average Duration6h 50m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$34 - $324	Average Duration4h 13m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$21 - $46	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

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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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Where are the popular stops in Erlangen and Cologne?

Stops in Erlangen

A - Erlangen Bahnhof

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Erlangen to Cologne by bus

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What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Erlangen to Cologne?
What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$39

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$28

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The cheapest trip from Erlangen to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $28

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

You can expect to pay from $28 to $49 for a bus ticket from Erlangen to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-11-21.

What's the cheapest way to go from Erlangen to Cologne?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time6h 50m	Avg Price$35	Daily Departures5
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 13m	Avg Price$166	Daily Departures27
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time4h	Avg Price$37	Daily Departures13