Next departures for Mainz to Cologne on November 23
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Mainz
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Mainz
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Mainz
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
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Next departures for Mainz to Cologne on November 24
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Mainz
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Mainz
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Mainz
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Next departures for Mainz to Cologne on November 27
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Mainz
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Mainz
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Mainz
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
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Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 5:27 AM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Mainz 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 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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 Mainz to Cologne by bus
What is the distance between Mainz and Cologne?
About 88 miles (142 km) separate Mainz and Cologne.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mainz to Cologne?
If you're headed to Cologne from Mainz, chances are that your bus will leave from Mainz and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your 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, Lanxess Arena, Twelve Romanesque churches, Boat tours on the Rhine and Hohenzollern Bridge.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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11/18
$25
11/19
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Today
$28
11/21
$31
11/22
$25
11/23
$32
11/24
$26
11/25
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The cheapest trip from Mainz to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $25
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mainz to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $25 to $33 for a bus ticket from Mainz to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-11-22.