How far is Cologne from Darmstadt?

The distance separating Cologne and Darmstadt is 105 miles (169 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Darmstadt?

Most of the buses traveling from Cologne to Darmstadt leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Cologne to Darmstadt from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cologne to Darmstadt on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 15m	3:55pm	Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg	CheapestFastest

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Darmstadt

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Darmstadt. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26carpool per day

2hAverage Duration

105 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $31	Average Duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$45 - $118	Average Duration1h 54m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $23	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Darmstadt?

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Stops in Darmstadt

A - Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg

B - Darmstadt Busbahnhof

C - Darmstadt Central Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Darmstadt by bus

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The cheapest trip from Cologne to Darmstadt was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $14

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

You can expect to pay from $14 to $14 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Darmstadt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-11-18.