Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RegioJetBus
Frankfurt - Main bus station
Terminál 2Cheapest
FlixbusBus
FRA Frankfurt airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Fastest
FlixbusBus
FRA Frankfurt airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixbusBus
FRA Frankfurt airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixbusBus
FRA Frankfurt airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:26 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main 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 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37carpool per day
1h 50mAverage Duration
153 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$16 - $131Average Duration2h 15m
3kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$19 - $278Average Duration1h 32m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$11 - $49Average Duration1h 50m
6kg CO₂e

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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne start from $16. The average price for this route is around $25. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?

    The average bus travel time from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 139 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 50m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

  4. 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.

  5. 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 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. 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 1057 reviews.

  7. 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.

  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 RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. 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 4.3 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
11-29
$52
11-30
$68
Today
$22
12-02
$16
12-03
$16
12-04
$15
12-05
$16
12-06
$16
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $15

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 $15 to $71 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 $15 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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