Bus from Darmstadt to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Darmstadt to Cologne on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)CheapestFastest
FlixbusBus
Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:14 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Darmstadt to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23carpool per day
2hAverage Duration
169 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$21 - $43Average Duration2h 10m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$55 - $191Average Duration1h 53m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$13 - $36Average Duration2h
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Darmstadt 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Darmstadt to Cologne?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Darmstadt to Cologne start from $21. The average price for this route is around $27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Darmstadt to Cologne?

    The average bus travel time from Darmstadt to Cologne is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 155 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Darmstadt to Cologne route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Darmstadt to Cologne?

    The earliest bus departs from Darmstadt to Cologne at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 2:35pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Darmstadt to Cologne?

    A bus trip from Darmstadt to Cologne generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-29
$21
11-30
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Today
$17
12-02
$20
12-03
No data
12-04
$19
12-05
$22
12-06
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Darmstadt to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $17

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

You can expect to pay from $17 to $25 for a bus ticket from Darmstadt to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-12-04.

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