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Next departures from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on 7 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
    		Cologne/Bonn Airport
    		Frankfurt - Main bus stationCheapest
    BlaBlaCar Bus
      		Cologne/Bonn Airport
      		Frankfurt Main Airport P36Fastest
      RegioJet
        		Terminál 2
        		Frankfurt - Main bus stationNo tags
        Flixbus
          		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
          		FRA Frankfurt airportNo tags
          Flixbus
            		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
            		FRA Frankfurt airportNo tags

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            We recommend carpooling

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 132, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            38carpool per day
            1h 50mAverage duration
            153 kmDistance
            6kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceR 190 - R 2 501Average duration2h 15m
            3kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceR 234 - R 3 002Average duration1h 30m
            4kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average priceR 132 - R 446Average duration1h 50m
            6kg CO₂e

            Bus Cologne to Frankfurt am Main: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceR 292
            Average bus trip duration2h 15m
            Number of daily buses16
            Earliest bus departure02:00
            Distance138 km
            Latest bus departure23:40

            Cologne to Frankfurt am Main Bus

            Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main.

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Frankfurt am Main

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main cost?

              The bus ticket price from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main starts at R 190. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

              The average travel time between Cologne and Frankfurt am Main is around 2h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 153 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Frankfurt am Main?

              The number of buses from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

              When taking the bus from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

              Buses travelling between Cologne and Frankfurt am Main leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Frankfurt Airport, Hbf, Südbahnhof.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            04/11
            R 231
            05/11
            R 220
            Today
            R 168
            07/11
            R 187
            08/11
            R 168
            09/11
            R 168
            10/11
            R 168
            11/11
            R 168
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 08 Nov 2025 with a price of R 168

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

            You can expect to pay from R 168 to R 672 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 168, which is on 2025-11-08.

            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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            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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            Did you know?

            9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

            The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

            Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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