How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne start at R 874. The average price for this route is around R 1 040. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne?

The average bus journey time from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne is 14h 30m, covering a distance of 538 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne at 05:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne?

A bus trip from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne from R 889 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:50	Bahnhofsplatz	11h 53m	17:43	Hbf	CheapestFastest
	05:50	Bahnhofsplatz	14h 30m	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	05:50	Bahnhofsplatz	14h	19:50	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	05:50	Bahnhofsplatz	14h 30m	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:55	Bahnhofsplatz	11h 48m	21:43	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:50	Bahnhofsplatz	11h 53m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
	09:55	Bahnhofsplatz	17h	02:55	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	05:50	Bahnhofsplatz	14h	19:50	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne on 21 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	05:50	Bahnhofsplatz	14h 30m	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:55	Bahnhofsplatz	11h 48m	21:43	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:50	Bahnhofsplatz	11h 53m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
	09:55	Bahnhofsplatz	17h	02:55	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	05:50	Bahnhofsplatz	14h	19:50	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt (Oder) 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 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 534, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

6h 10mAverage duration

548 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 874 - R 1 759	Average duration14h 30m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 627 - R 3 272	Average duration6h 16m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 534 - R 988	Average duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 631 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11631 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 874

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne start at R 874. The average price for this route is around R 1 040. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne is 14h 30m, covering a distance of 538 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne at 05:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne?
A bus trip from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

15/12

R 829

16/12

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Today

R 889

18/12

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19/12

R 1 488

20/12

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21/12

R 1 397

22/12

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The cheapest trip from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 829

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

You can expect to pay from R 829 to R 1 694 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt (Oder) to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 397, which is on 2025-12-21.