How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne start from $17. The average price for this route is around $26. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

The average bus travel time from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 139 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , RegioJet .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne generates an estimated 3.4726 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1069 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Frankfurt am Main to Cologne from $12 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on April 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30pm	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 10m	6:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	7:30pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h	9:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	3:05pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 20m	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	3:05pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 55m	6:00pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
Bus	2:45pm	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 40m	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on April 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:25am	Frankfurt - Main bus station	2h 40m	8:05am	Terminál 2	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 55m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	18h 25m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	12:25am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 30m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	10:50pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	19h	5:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on April 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h	9:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 55m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	18h 25m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	12:25am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 30m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	10:50pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	19h	5:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on April 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	18h 25m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
Bus	12:25pm	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	18h	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest
Bus	10:50pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	19h	5:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	11:15pm	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	18h 35m	5:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on April 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:25am	Frankfurt - Main bus station	2h 40m	8:05am	Terminál 2	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 55m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	18h 25m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	12:25am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 30m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	10:50pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	19h	5:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on April 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:25am	Frankfurt - Main bus station	2h 40m	8:05am	Terminál 2	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 55m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	18h 25m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	12:25am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 30m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	10:50pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	19h	5:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on April 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:25am	Frankfurt - Main bus station	2h 40m	8:05am	Terminál 2	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 55m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 30m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	6:35am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 30m	9:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	10:30am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 40m	1:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on April 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:25am	Frankfurt - Main bus station	2h 40m	8:05am	Terminál 2	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1h 55m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 30m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	6:35am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 30m	9:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	10:30am	FRA Frankfurt airport	2h 40m	1:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 hour 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18train per day

1h 9mAverage Duration

153 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $176	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $265	Average Duration1h 9m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Frankfurt am Main and Cologne?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A
Frankfurt Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
C
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Visit page
D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, Germany

Stops in Cologne

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

Compare companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,385 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,564 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi2.6

Based on 11564 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $97

BlaBlaBus Frankfurt am Main Cologne recent customer reviews

Good, for some reason everyone was clumped at the back of the bus, I got a bit hot and couldn't cool down. It would have been great if the driver were nicer or spoke better english but it was nothing big.

Ryan H.

October 23, 2019

RegioJet

4/51,070 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi3.8

DE bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne start from $17. The average price for this route is around $26. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 139 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne generates an estimated 3.4726 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1069 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

03-30

$90

03-31

$45

Today

$28

04-02

$21

04-03

$34

04-04

$178

04-05

$21

04-06

$21

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne was searched and found on Apr 5, 2026 with a price of $21

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

You can expect to pay from $21 to $271 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2026-04-05.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.