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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Hbf | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Hbf | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Lübeck to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just A$51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lübeck and Cologne?
Stops in Lübeck
- ABeim Retteich, 23558 Lübeck, Germany
- B
Holstentorplatz
Holstentorplatz 2, 23552 Lübeck, Germany - C
Travemünde - Skandinavienkai
Skandinavienkai, Zum Hafenplatz 1, 23570 Lübeck, Germany
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lübeck to Cologne by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Lübeck to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lübeck to Cologne start from A$54. The average price for this route is around A$67. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Lübeck to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Lübeck to Cologne is 10h 55m, covering a distance of 254 miles (409 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lübeck to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lübeck to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Lübeck to Cologne at 11:25am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lübeck to Cologne?
A bus trip from Lübeck to Cologne generates an estimated 10.206449999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lübeck to Cologne was searched and found on Apr 27, 2026 with a price of A$54To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lübeck to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from A$54 to A$101 for a bus ticket from Lübeck to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at A$54 which is on 2026-04-28.
